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If an RDS instance has StorageEncrypted set to true, what will be the encryption status of its automated backups?

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If an RDS instance has StorageEncrypted set to true, what will be the encryption status of its automated backups?
ABackups are not encrypted
BBackups are encrypted only if manually enabled
CBackups are also encrypted
DBackups are encrypted only for Multi-AZ deployments
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand RDS encryption behavior

    When storage encryption is enabled, automated backups inherit encryption automatically.

  2. Step 2: Confirm backup encryption applies regardless of deployment type

    Encryption applies to backups without extra manual steps.

  3. Final Answer:

    Backups are also encrypted -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Encrypted storage means encrypted backups [OK]
Quick Trick: Encrypted RDS storage encrypts backups automatically [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Assuming backups need separate encryption settings
  • Thinking Multi-AZ affects backup encryption
  • Believing manual action is required for backup encryption

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