SSM Flashcards
1
Q
What is SSM Parameter Store
A
Creates a param store for sensitive data that can be used across multiple apps
ex. license key
2
Q
Where does SSM sit under?
A
EC2
3
Q
Things you can store in SSM
A
String
StringList
SecureString
4
Q
What are SecureStrings encrypted with
A
KMS
5
Q
What is AWS Secrets Manager?
A
Enables rotate, manage, and retrieve database credentials, API keys and other secrets.
Encrypt secrets and rotate.
It can also generate passwords for you.
6
Q
Cost of SSM vs AWS Secrets Manager
A
SSM is free up to 10000 params
Secret Manager $0.40 for every secret per month and $0/05 in every 10000 API calls.
