Description

Zone of Trust in AWS refers to a secure boundary within which resources are trusted and communication is considered secure. It ensures that only authorized entities can access resources within the defined boundary.

Features

• Secure Boundaries: Establishes trusted zones for resource communication.
• Access Control: Enforces strict access policies to protect resources.
• Network Segmentation: Segments networks to isolate and protect sensitive data.

Limitations

• Complex Configuration: Requires detailed setup and understanding of security policies.
• Maintenance Overhead: Ongoing management and monitoring are necessary.
• Scalability: Ensuring trust across a large number of resources can be challenging.

Use Cases

• Enterprise Security: Creating a secure zone for sensitive data and applications, ensuring only trusted entities can access them.
• Compliance Requirements: Meeting regulatory requirements by isolating and securing specific data within a trusted zone.
• Multi-Tenant Environments: Isolating different tenants in a cloud environment to ensure their data and applications are secure and segregated.