1.3.4 Data capture mechanisms - The AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide highlights the importance of data capture mechanisms for effective incident response within AWS environments. These mechanisms involve tools and processes for collecting and securing logs, snapshots, memory dumps, and network data to support forensic investigations, root cause analysis, and compliance. AWS offers a comprehensive suite of servicessuch as EBS Snapshots, Amazon S3 with Object Lock, CloudTrail, CloudWatch Logs, VPC Flow Logs, and Detectiveto automate, secure, and manage the capture and storage of forensic evidence. Best practices include automating data capture using Lambda and EventBridge, ensuring data immutability with S3 features, and maintaining strict access controls and chain of custody for legal admissibility. The exam requires candidates to demonstrate practical skills in capturing evidence from compromised resources, querying logs for suspicious activity using tools like Athena, and integrating data capture into incident response playbooks. Mastery of these principles not only prepares candidates for the certification but also empowers them to effectively manage security incidents in AWS, from detection through remediation and recovery.
