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AWS CloudShell Environment Created

Identifies the creation of a new AWS CloudShell environment. CloudShell is a browser-based shell that provides command-line access to AWS resources directly from the AWS Management Console. The CreateEnvironment API is called when a user launches CloudShell for the first time or when accessing CloudShell in a new AWS region. Adversaries with console access may use CloudShell to execute commands, install tools, or interact with AWS services without needing local CLI credentials. Monitoring enviro

AWS Sensitive IAM Operations Performed via CloudShell

Identifies sensitive AWS IAM operations performed via AWS CloudShell based on the user agent string. CloudShell is a browser-based shell that provides command-line access to AWS resources directly from the AWS Management Console. While convenient for administrators, CloudShell access from compromised console sessions can enable attackers to perform privileged operations without installing tools or using programmatic credentials. This rule detects high-risk actions such as creating IAM users, acc