Data Sources

Path: /data-sources

Connect cloud provider accounts for automated evidence collection. The system can automatically query your infrastructure to check control compliance.

Prerequisites — Steampipe sidecar + cloud credentials

Automated cloud queries are not turnkey out of the box. They depend on the optional Steampipe sidecar (available in the full-source / full-feature deployment, not the minimal Community stack) and the cloud credentials you add below. A stock install without the sidecar simply leaves this feature off — the System Health page reports Steampipe as not configured and the in-app Setup readiness checklist lists it under Optional add-ons (safe to skip until you need it). Configuring data sources also pairs naturally with the Policy Engine (OPA) sidecar, which evaluates the queried data against pass/fail rules.

Supported Providers

• AWS — Connect via access key or IAM role.
• Azure — Connect via service principal.
• GCP — Connect via service account.

How to Connect a Data Source

1. Click Add Connection.
2. Select the cloud provider.
3. Enter credentials (access key, subscription ID, etc.).
4. Select regions to scan.
5. Test the connection.
6. The system will use Steampipe to query your infrastructure during assessments.