AWS CloudFormation
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VisitAWS CloudFormation vs Checkov
What both publish
| Fact | AWS CloudFormation | Checkov |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CloudFormation models, provisions, and manages related AWS and third-party resources as infrastructure as code. | Checkov scans infrastructure-as-code files for misconfigurations that can cause security or compliance problems. |
AWS CloudFormation plans
- AWS CloudFormationFree
- CloudFormation serviceFree
- Third-party resource providersFree
Checkov plans
- CheckovFree
Pick AWS CloudFormation if…
It suits teams managing AWS infrastructure as code, from individual instances to complex multi-Region applications, and automating infrastructure templates in CI/CD workflows. It can also suit users who need cross-account deployments or previews of proposed stack changes.
Pick Checkov if…
Checkov suits developers and teams who need to scan infrastructure-as-code files for security and compliance issues. It may also fit teams looking to add checks to CI pipelines or an IDE.