AWS - Advanced Security
If an attacker gains access to an AWS EC2 instance, which defense in depth layer could still protect sensitive data stored in S3?
If an attacker gains access to an AWS EC2 instance, which defense in depth layer could still protect sensitive data stored in S3?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify protection for S3 data
S3 bucket policies and encryption control access and data safety.Step 2: Understand why other options don't protect S3 data
Security groups and EC2 permissions protect EC2, not S3 data.Final Answer:
S3 bucket policies and encryption -> Option AQuick Check:
Protect S3 data = Bucket policies + encryption [OK]
Quick Trick: Protect data where it lives [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing EC2 controls with S3
- Ignoring bucket policies
- Thinking alarms block access
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