What is AWS Key Management Service?

AWS Key Management Service (KMS) serves as a robust managed solution designed for the creation and management of cryptographic keys that are vital for protecting your data. It provides a centralized framework for managing keys and policies across a range of integrated services and applications, allowing users to define permissions and monitor key usage efficiently. By integrating smoothly with other AWS services, AWS KMS simplifies the encryption of data stored within these platforms while offering control over access to the related decryption keys. Developers can benefit from the AWS Encryption SDK, enabling them to incorporate encryption and digital signature functionalities directly into their applications. Additionally, AWS KMS supports the creation and validation of hash-based message authentication codes, which help maintain the integrity and authenticity of transmitted messages. The service employs hardware security modules that meet the standards set by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2 Cryptographic Module Validation Program, thus bolstering its security features. As a result of these capabilities, AWS KMS distinguishes itself as a powerful choice for organizations wanting to effectively protect their sensitive data while ensuring compliance and security best practices are met. Ultimately, the combination of its features makes AWS KMS an essential tool for data protection in the cloud environment.

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Free Trial Offered?:
Yes

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Amazon
Date Founded:
1994
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
aws.amazon.com/kms/

Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Webinars
On-Site Training
Video Library
Support
Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

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