Get Started with AWS Connectors
Configure AWS connectors to scan instances for security issues using the Qualys Cloud Platform. Our connector wizard walks you through the steps to set up ARN authentication, region selection and activate asset scanning.
How does the AWS connector work?
Qualys connects to your AWS account through a simple two-step process. First, it creates a session using a role in the Qualys AWS Base Account. Then, it performs an assumerole operation with the role you set up in your member account to gain required access.
The AWS connectors with cross-account roles use Qualys AWS Base accounts. If you do not wish to use a Qualys account, you can use the base account instead to set up the AWS connectors. Learn more.
Now, for an Organization connector, Qualys Connector follows the same process but uses the organization role to discover all accounts and organization units in your AWS environment. It compares this current account list with previous records, automatically creating connectors for new accounts and disabling them for removed ones. This ensures your AWS organization stays properly connected without requiring any manual intervention.
Refer to the flow below to understand how the member and organization connector operates.
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Onboard Your AWS Account |
Onboard AWS Account with Qualys |
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View and Manage Assets
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Manage Your Connectors
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