AWS console login without MFA

Cortex XDR Analytics Alert Reference by data source

Product
Cortex XDR
Last date published
2026-05-18
Category
Analytics Alert Reference
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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

ATT&CK Technique

Severity

Informational

Description

An identity logged in to the AWS console without MFA.

Attacker's Goals

Bypassing multifactor authentication controls to gain unauthorized access to the cloud environment.

Investigative actions

  • Determine why MFA was not enforced and whether MFA was ever enabled.
  • Track any subsequent activity performed by the identity after the login to identify potential misuse.