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A company is using Amazon RDS. Which task is the company's responsibility, according to the AWS shared responsibility model?
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A
Apply encryption options for the database.
B
Manage the underlying server hardware on which Amazon RDS runs.
C
Apply patches to the underlying operating system.
D
Apply minor patches to the database.
Explanation:
Explanation
In the AWS Shared Responsibility Model for Amazon RDS:
AWS Responsibility (Security OF the Cloud):
- Managing the underlying server hardware
- Applying patches to the underlying operating system
- Applying minor patches to the database
- Physical security of data centers
- Network infrastructure security
Customer Responsibility (Security IN the Cloud):
- Applying encryption options for the database (correct answer)
- Managing database users and permissions
- Configuring security groups and network access controls
- Implementing database backup and recovery strategies
- Managing application-level security
Why other options are incorrect:
- Option B (Manage underlying server hardware): This is AWS's responsibility in the managed RDS service
- Option C (Apply patches to underlying OS): AWS manages operating system patches for RDS instances
- Option D (Apply minor patches to database): AWS handles database engine patches and updates
Key Concept: With managed services like Amazon RDS, AWS handles the undifferentiated heavy lifting of infrastructure management, while customers focus on their data, applications, and security configurations.
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