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An AWS Config rule is not triggering evaluations after resource changes. What is the most common misconfiguration causing this?

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AWS - Advanced Security
An AWS Config rule is not triggering evaluations after resource changes. What is the most common misconfiguration causing this?
AConfig Aggregator is disabled
BConfig Recorder is not recording the resource type
CThe rule is set to manual trigger only
DThe AWS Config console is not refreshed
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand evaluation triggers

    AWS Config rules trigger evaluations when the recorder tracks changes for relevant resource types.
  2. Step 2: Identify common cause

    If the recorder does not record the resource type, the rule won't trigger on changes.
  3. Final Answer:

    Config Recorder is not recording the resource type -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Recorder missing resource = no evaluations [OK]
Quick Trick: Recorder must track resource types for rules [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming Aggregator controls evaluations
  • Confusing manual trigger with automatic
  • Thinking console refresh affects triggers

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