Google Cloud Audit Logs
Google Cloud Audit Logs are a service within Google Cloud Platform (GCP) that automatically records administrative activities and data access events across GCP services. They provide detailed logs of who did what, where, and when, enabling security monitoring, compliance auditing, and operational troubleshooting. These logs are essential for tracking changes to resources, detecting unauthorized access, and maintaining audit trails in cloud environments.
Developers should use Google Cloud Audit Logs when building or managing applications on GCP to ensure security, meet regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), and debug operational issues. Specific use cases include monitoring IAM policy changes, tracking API calls to sensitive data, and investigating security incidents by analyzing log entries for anomalies or breaches.