Multiple risk indicators for a cloud identity

Cortex XDR Analytics Alert Reference by Alert name

Product

Cortex XDR

Last date published

2026-06-15

Activation Period	14 Days
Training Period	30 Days
Test Period	1 Hour
Deduplication Period	1 Day
Required Data	Requires one of the following data sources: AWS Audit Log OR Azure Audit Log OR Gcp Audit Log
Detection Modules	Cloud
Detector Tags
ATT&CK Tactic	Initial Access (TA0001)
ATT&CK Technique	Valid Accounts (T1078) Valid Accounts: Cloud Accounts (T1078.004)
Severity	High

Multiple risk indicators detected for a cloud identity, combining unusual activity with activity from unusual geolocation or high-risk IP.

Compromise a cloud user account to gain access and perform malicious activities.

Review the user's recent activity for any unauthorized actions.
Rotate the user's credentials immediately if confirmed compromised.