AWS EBS snapshot deletion

Cortex XDR Analytics Alert Reference by data source

Product
Cortex XDR
Last date published
2026-05-18
Category
Analytics Alert Reference
Index by
data source

Synopsis

Activation Period

14 Days

Training Period

30 Days

Test Period

N/A (single event)

Deduplication Period

5 Days

Required Data

  • Requires:
    • AWS Audit Log

Detection Modules

Cloud

Detector Tags

ATT&CK Tactic

Impact (TA0040)

ATT&CK Technique

Inhibit System Recovery (T1490)

Severity

Informational

Description

An attempt was made to delete an EBS snapshot.

Attacker's Goals

Adversaries may delete data to prevent the recovery of a corrupted system.

Investigative actions

  • Identify the deleted snapshot and its associated resource.
  • Investigate the identity that performed the deletion and review recent related activity.