Utilizing cloud infrastructures effectively is essential in maintaining a smooth operational flow in any organization. In this guide, we take you through the process of setting up connections with the leading cloud service providers - GCP, Azure, and AWS - on the Secfix platform to facilitate an organized and streamlined management of your cloud assets and cloud security checks.
Requirements
Global Administrator role in your cloud provider
Administrator Access in Secfix
Connect only production environment to Secfix. Staging and testing are not required and should be left out of scope.
How to connect your cloud provider to Secfix
Connecting your cloud provider on Secfix involves a few simple steps. Here is a walk-through to get you started:
Navigate to the Connections Page.
Choose your cloud provider. In the cloud infrastructure provider section, you'll find options to pick your preferred cloud infrastructure provider.
Follow the guided setup. Upon selecting a provider, a pop-up with step-by-step instructions will guide you through the setup process. This resource is designed to help you successfully add a connection without any hitches.
Completion and Asset Loading. After setting up the connection successfully, the cloud assets associated with the selected provider will be automatically loaded into the Secfix application.
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FAQs
Can I connect multiple cloud accounts to Secfix?
Can I connect multiple cloud accounts to Secfix?
Yes, one of the flexible features of Secfix is the ability to maintain multiple cloud connections simultaneously. This means you can have connections with GCP, Azure, and AWS all at once, offering a unified view and management of assets from different providers in one place.
Moreover, Secfix gives you the freedom to edit or add new connections anytime, catering to the evolving needs of your organization. It ensures you have the most current setup aligning with your cloud infrastructure configurations.
What happens after I connected my cloud account to Secfix?
What happens after I connected my cloud account to Secfix?
Once the connections are established, your cloud resources will be visible in the Inventory page under the cloud assets section. This central repository aids in keeping track of and managing all your cloud resources efficiently. Find more information on your cloud assets here.
How often our my cloud resources synced?
How often our my cloud resources synced?
Our platform syncs with your cloud assets once daily at midnight. This synchronization ensures that any updates or changes made to your cloud infrastructure are reflected in your Secfix dashboard, keeping your compliance status current. Read more here.
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