AWS Backup recovery point deletion

Cortex XSIAM Analytics Alert Reference by Alert name

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Cortex XSIAM
Last date published
2026-01-04
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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 AWS Backup recovery point.

Attacker's Goals

Adversaries may delete backup recovery points to prevent system recovery after compromise.

Investigative actions

  • Identify the deleted recovery point and its associated resource.
  • Investigative the identity performed the deletion and recent related activity.