What is AWS Security Hub Extended?

AWS Security Hub Extended is a subscription plan bundling curated partner security tools (CrowdStrike, Okta, etc.) into Security Hub for unified full-stack coverage, single billing, and OCSF findings aggregation.

Does AWS Security Hub Extended replace my existing tools?

No—it integrates them. Native AWS + partners feed into one console. No forced rip-and-replace.

How much does AWS Security Hub Extended cost?

Pay-as-you-go or flat-rate via partners, billed monthly through AWS. Check pricing page for specifics—no upfront fees.

☁️ Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS Security Hub Extended: Full-Stack Security or Vendor Lock-In?

Everyone expected AWS to keep stacking native tools. Instead, they're hawking a 'full-stack' bundle with partners—single bill, sure, but smell the lock-in?

Dev Digest Apr 13, 2026 4 min read

AWS Security Hub Extended console showing curated partner security solutions

⚡ Key Takeaways

Bundles 15+ partners into Security Hub for 'full-stack' security with single AWS billing. 𝕏
OCSF schema unifies findings from endpoints to AI—now generally available everywhere. 𝕏
Skeptical caveat: Slick procurement ease hides deeper AWS ecosystem lock-in risks. 𝕏