AWS CloudTrail for Monitoring Docker Container Activity

Abstract: With the rapid adoption of containerization technologies such as Docker, monitoring container activity and maintaining security has become an important concern in modern cloud environments. This paper proposes a monitoring framework using Amazon Web Services (AWS) CloudTrail to track and analyze Docker container activity. AWS CloudTrail records API calls and user activities across AWS infrastructure, enabling administrators to monitor system operations, detect anomalies, and ensure compliance. The proposed system integrates Docker container deployment on AWS infrastructure with CloudTrail logging mechanisms to capture container-related events and activities. The collected logs can be stored, analyzed, and visualized to provide insights into container behavior, security incidents, and operational performance. This approach enhances transparency and accountability in containerized environments and supports effective auditing and security management.