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Which compliance standard is specifically tailored for protecting healthcare data?
Which compliance standard is specifically tailored for protecting healthcare data?
What is the primary function of AWS Security Hub?
What is the primary function of AWS Security Hub?
Which AWS service is primarily responsible for detecting threats using machine learning?
Which AWS service is primarily responsible for detecting threats using machine learning?
What encryption method ensures data is secure while being transferred between systems?
What encryption method ensures data is secure while being transferred between systems?
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Which AWS service tracks user activity and API calls for auditing purposes?
Which AWS service tracks user activity and API calls for auditing purposes?
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In compliance management, who is responsible for securing the operating system and applications on Amazon EC2?
In compliance management, who is responsible for securing the operating system and applications on Amazon EC2?
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Which of the following encryption tools is used for protecting data stored in AWS services like S3 and EBS?
Which of the following encryption tools is used for protecting data stored in AWS services like S3 and EBS?
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What is a key advantage of using AWS Config?
What is a key advantage of using AWS Config?
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What is the purpose of AWS Audit Manager?
What is the purpose of AWS Audit Manager?
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Which example illustrates a compliance requirement for businesses handling payment card transactions?
Which example illustrates a compliance requirement for businesses handling payment card transactions?
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What primary function does AWS Organizations provide in terms of governance?
What primary function does AWS Organizations provide in terms of governance?
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Which of the following statements about encryption in AWS is true?
Which of the following statements about encryption in AWS is true?
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Which AWS service is responsible for tracking API activity in an AWS account?
Which AWS service is responsible for tracking API activity in an AWS account?
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What is the purpose of AWS Artifact?
What is the purpose of AWS Artifact?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of AWS Cloud Security?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of AWS Cloud Security?
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What key information does Amazon CloudWatch Logs monitor?
What key information does Amazon CloudWatch Logs monitor?
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Which of the following describes Service Control Policies (SCPs) in AWS?
Which of the following describes Service Control Policies (SCPs) in AWS?
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Which AWS logging service captures information about allowed and denied network connections?
Which AWS logging service captures information about allowed and denied network connections?
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What aspect of AWS compliance is highlighted by the AWS Compliance Center?
What aspect of AWS compliance is highlighted by the AWS Compliance Center?
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What is the role of AWS Security Hub in terms of security?
What is the role of AWS Security Hub in terms of security?
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Study Notes
AWS Cloud Security, Governance, and Compliance Concepts
- Compliance in AWS means adhering to industry, geographic, and organizational regulations, standards, or frameworks. AWS provides tools for meeting these requirements (e.g., HIPAA for healthcare data).
AWS Governance
- Governance involves setting policies, procedures, and controls to manage cloud resources securely and efficiently.
- AWS Organizations facilitate centralized management of multiple accounts.
- Service Control Policies (SCPs) define access permissions across accounts.
Cloud Security Benefits
- Encryption: Protects data in transit (e.g., HTTPS, TLS) and at rest (e.g., encrypting S3 buckets).
- Built-in Security: AWS secures its global infrastructure and provides tools like AWS WAF and AWS Shield.
- Scalability and Automation: Security services like AWS Security Hub and Amazon GuardDuty are scalable and provide continuous monitoring.
Logs Associated with Cloud Security
- AWS CloudTrail: Tracks all API activity in an account (e.g., instance creation).
- Amazon CloudWatch Logs: Monitors application and service log files (e.g., app performance).
- VPC Flow Logs: Captures network traffic to and from a VPC (e.g., network connections).
- AWS Config: Records configuration changes to resources (e.g., S3 bucket access).
Identifying AWS Compliance Information
- AWS Artifact: Self-service portal for compliance reports and certifications (e.g., ISO certifications, SOC reports).
- AWS Compliance Center: Resource hub for compliance details organized by region and industry.
Compliance Needs by Location or Industry
- Geographic Compliance: GDPR for EU data, C5 (Germany) for cloud security in Germany.
- Industry Compliance: HIPAA for healthcare, PCI DSS for payment cards.
- Multi-Region Services: Deploy resources in specific regions for local compliance needs.
Securing Resources on AWS
- Amazon Inspector: Assesses application vulnerabilities running on EC2 (e.g., unpatched software).
- AWS Security Hub: Centralizes security alerts and provides a unified security view (e.g., misconfigured S3 buckets).
- Amazon GuardDuty: Detects threats using machine learning and anomaly detection (e.g., unusual login activity).
- AWS Shield: Protects against DDoS attacks (e.g., blocks malicious traffic).
- AWS WAF: Protects web applications by filtering malicious traffic (e.g., blocks fake requests).
Encryption Options
- Encryption in Transit: Data protection during transfer (e.g., HTTPS).
- Encryption at Rest: Data protection in storage (e.g., encrypting S3 objects).
- Customer-Managed Encryption Keys (CMEK): Customers manage their encryption keys using AWS KMS.
Services for Governance and Compliance
- Amazon CloudWatch: Monitors resources and applications for security and performance.
- AWS CloudTrail: Audits user activity and API calls.
- AWS Config: Records and tracks resource configuration changes.
- AWS Audit Manager: Automates audit evidence collection.
- Access Reports: Summarizes user permissions and identifies excessive access.
Compliance Requirements Vary by Service
- Responsibilities differ depending on the service (e.g., EC2 - customer secures OS/applications, AWS manages physical infrastructure; Lambda - AWS manages most security, customers ensure function code security).
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This quiz covers key concepts related to AWS cloud security, governance, and compliance. Explore compliance standards, governance policies, security benefits, and logging practices essential for managing AWS resources securely. Test your knowledge on how AWS helps organizations meet security and regulatory requirements.
