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Instance Profiles Roles in Identity Access Management

In AWS, Instance Profiles act as containers for IAM roles, enabling EC2 instances to assume the permissions defined in the role. This integration allows secure and seamless access to AWS services without embedding credentials in application code. Below is an advanced, detailed, step-by-step guide for creating and associating an Instance Profile with a role in…

Resource-Policies in Identity Access Management

In AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Resource Policies are used to control access to specific AWS resources, such as S3 buckets, SNS topics, or Lambda functions. Unlike identity policies that grant permissions to IAM users or roles, resource policies are directly attached to the resource, defining who can access the resource and under what…

Identity-Based Policies in Identity Access Management

In AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity-Based Policies are used to assign permissions to IAM users, groups, or roles. These policies define what actions are allowed or denied on specified resources, based on the identity of the user or role performing the action. Identity-based policies are essential for controlling access to AWS resources and…

Assuming Roles in Identity Access Management

In AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), assuming roles allows entities (users, applications, or services) to temporarily gain access to resources with a specific set of permissions. This practice enhances security by adhering to the principle of least privilege and facilitates cross-account or intra-account access management. Below is a comprehensive guide to implementing role assumption…

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Instance Profiles Roles in Identity Access Management

Resource-Policies in Identity Access Management

Identity-Based Policies in Identity Access Management

Assuming Roles in Identity Access Management