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CloudWatch automatically encrypts data

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I have some Lambda functions running on AWS that send data to CloudWatch. Previously, I was able to view the logs in plain text without any issues. However, recently I've noticed that while the logs are still being generated and briefly displayed in a readable format, after a few seconds they become encrypted or otherwise unreadable.

I'd like to know if any default configuration may have been enabled recently, or if there's a policy or setting that could be causing this behavior. Is there a way to make the logs readable in plain text again? It's worth mentioning that I have administrator access to the account.

asked a year ago157 views

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This is unusual. I don't think any default setting is causing this. You might want to check your Lambda function if it's writing binary or encoded data to CloudWatch. Also, check KMS settings in CloudWatch Log group, maybe you are using a custom KMS and don't have the correct permission to decode the logs. Finally, could be an AWS UI issue. Maybe log out and log back in and clear browser cache before retrying.

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answered a year ago

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