What is AWS CloudTrail and how can I use it?

What is AWS CloudTrail and how can I use it?

AWS CloudTrail is a service that enables governance, compliance, and operational and risk auditing of your AWS account. You can use it to log, continuously monitor, and retain account activity related to actions across your AWS infrastructure.

What kind of events does CloudTrail log?

CloudTrail logs API calls made on your account, including actions taken by users, roles, or AWS services. It captures details like the identity of the caller, the time of the call, and the source IP address.

How can I access the logs generated by CloudTrail?

You can access CloudTrail logs through the AWS Management Console, AWS CLI, or by using the CloudTrail API. The logs are stored in an S3 bucket that you specify when you create the trail.

Can I set up alerts for specific events in CloudTrail?

Yes, you can set up alerts using Amazon CloudWatch. You can create CloudWatch Alarms based on specific CloudTrail events to notify you of any unusual activity.