Managing security risks in the cloud is no small feat. For many organizations, the agility offered by platforms like AWS has become both a blessing and a challenge. Technicians can spin up, modify, and delete instances with ease, thanks to Infrastructure as Code (IaC). But with that flexibility comes a critical question: Do you really know what’s running in your cloud? 

Imagine this scenario: an infrastructure manager at a mid-sized company is overseeing an AWS environment. Their team builds, tests, and deploys daily, spinning up temporary resources that may only last a few hours. By the end of the week, the manager has lost visibility into what assets exist, let alone whether they’re secure. 

Traditional tools for risk-based vulnerability management struggle in dynamic environments. They leave temporary or untracked resources unmanaged because they’re designed for static asset inventories. This creates gaps that expose the business to potential threats. 

Why Dynamic Resources Demand Risk-Based Vulnerability Management 

Cloud environments like AWS are inherently fluid. Resources are spun up for testing, redesigned, and redeployed—sometimes all in the same day. Asset managers and CISOs appreciate the flexibility for innovation but also dread when it comes to security. 

Without tools meant specifically for this ever-changing environment, organizations face: 

• Visibility Gaps because assets appear and disappear faster than they can be cataloged. 

• Unsecured Instances because temporary resources are often excluded from vulnerability management programs. 

• Increased Costs since static licensing models don’t align with unpredictable asset counts. 

This is where risk-based vulnerability management shines. Solutions like SAINT (with license) for AWS address these challenges head-on, offering the flexibility and precision that traditional approaches lack. 

SAINT (with license) for AWS: A Better Way to Manage Cloud Risks 

SAINT (with license) for AWS isn’t just another vulnerability management tool. It’s a purpose-built, subscription-free system available on the AWS Marketplace. 

Instead of locking organizations into rigid contracts, SAINT (with license) offers an on-demand, pay-as-you-scan solution. Whether you’re managing hundreds of assets or scanning a single temporary instance, SAINT (with license) adapts to your environment. 

With SAINT (with license), you can: 

• Quickly scan temporary or permanent assets for vulnerabilities 

• Limit costs to active scans so you only pay for what you use  

• Charges are automatically applied to your AWS Account bill 

Key Features in SAINT (with license)’s Fully-Integrated Cloud Console:

SAINT’s pre-configured vulnerability management system includes everything you need to secure dynamic environments. From a single, integrated interface, you’ll gain access to: 

• Vulnerability scanning to identify and address risks quickly 

• Web scanning to analyze the security of web applications 

• Content scanning to detect malicious or unauthorized content 

• Configuration benchmarks to ensure compliance with security best practices 

• Penetration testing to simulate real-world attacks and uncover vulnerabilities 

• Rules-based ticketing to prioritize and track remediation efforts 

• Reporting to generate detailed, actionable insights 

• Role and object-based user and group management for precise access control 

• Distributed scanning to cover assets across AWS VPCs and non-AWS environments 

This flexibility ensures your risk-based vulnerability management strategy aligns with the realities of cloud computing. 

A Story of Success 

For David Williams, CEO of FutureNode, SAINT made all the difference: 

“This software is amazing. Not only does it isolate potential vulnerabilities and problems but it also educates me with detailed cause and resolution information for a variety of systems.” 

His team was able to address vulnerabilities confidently, even in the face of complex, dynamic AWS configurations. This level of insight is essential for maintaining a secure, resilient environment. 

Addressing the Challenge of Temporary Assets 

One of SAINT (with license)’s standout features is its ability to scan temporary assets. These instances are often overlooked and represent a significant gap in many organizations’ risk-based vulnerability management programs. While they may only exist for hours or days, they can still harbor misconfigurations or vulnerabilities that put the entire environment at risk. 

With SAINT (with license), you don’t need to worry about how long an instance exists. Simply scan it when needed and ensure your environment remains secure. 

Ready to Secure Your AWS Cloud? 

The risks of unmanaged, dynamic cloud environments don’t have to hold you back. SAINT (with license) for AWS offers a tailored, flexible approach to risk-based vulnerability management. It fits the way you work. 

Visit the AWS Marketplace to download SAINT (with license)’s AMI today. Or contact us at be.secure@carson-saint.com to learn how SAINT can transform your cloud security strategy.