AWS Snowmobile | Security Flashcards
Can I export data from AWS with Snowmobile?
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AWS Snowmobile | Storage
Snowmobile does not support data export. It is designed to let you quickly, easily, and securely migrate exabytes of data to AWS. When you need to export data from AWS, you can use AWS Snowball Edge to quickly export up to 100TB per appliance and run multiple export jobs in parallel as necessary. Visit the Snowball Edge FAQ to learn more.
How is Snowmobile designed to keep data secure digitally?
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AWS Snowmobile | Storage
Your data is encrypted with keys you provided before it is written to the Snowmobile. All data is encrypted with 256-bit encryption. You can manage your encryption keys with the AWS Key Management Service (AWS KMS). Your keys are never permanently stored on the Snowmobile, and are erased as soon as power is removed from the Snowmobile.
How is Snowmobile designed to keep data secure physically?
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AWS Snowmobile | Storage
In addition to digital encryption, the Snowmobile is only operated by AWS personnel and physical access to the data container is controlled via secure access hardware controls. All data storage equipment is separated from the network access ports used to load or remove data.This way, physical access to the data container is not needed to operate the container after it has been set up. In addition, Snowmobile is protected by 24/7 video surveillance and alarm monitoring, GPS tracking, and may be escorted by a security vehicle during transit.
