Problem Statement
How can teams detect and fix configuration drift in Infrastructure as Code environments?
Explanation
Teams detect drift by comparing the declared configuration files against the live infrastructure state. Tools like Terraform and CloudFormation have built-in commands to show drift or plan differences. Fixing drift involves reapplying the IaC code, enforcing immutable builds, or eliminating unauthorized manual changes. Implementing continuous compliance checks and version-controlled workflows helps maintain consistency and prevent future drift.
