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DMS replication instances should have automatic minor version upgrade enabled

NIST 800-53PCI DSS v4.0.1PCI DSS v6.3.3

Description

Ensures automatic minor version upgrade is enabled for DMS replication instances, keeping them current with bug fixes, security patches, and performance improvements.

Remediation

Enable automatic minor version upgrade for your DMS replication instances to ensure they stay up-to-date with the latest security patches and improvements.

Steps

  1. Navigate to the AWS DMS console
  2. Go to the Replication instances section
  3. Select the replication instance that needs auto minor version upgrade
  4. Modify the replication instance
  5. In the 'Maintenance' section, enable 'Auto minor version upgrade'
  6. Choose whether to apply changes immediately or during the maintenance window
  7. Save the configuration changes
  8. Verify that automatic minor version upgrade is now enabled

Compliance

NIST 800-53PCI DSS v4.0.1PCI DSS v6.3.3
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