SCS-C02 Domain 5: Data Protection

What is the MOST appropriate AWS solution to encrypt S3 with CMKs?

Multiple choice — select one answer

Answer choices

  1. a. CloudHSM or KMS custom key store
  2. b. Automatic annual rotation in KMS
  3. c. SSE-KMS
  4. d. RDS encryption and SSL connections

Architectural breakdown & explanation

CMKs give customer control and audit via KMS.

Correct answer(s): c. SSE-KMS

Exam domain: Domain 5: Data Protection (20% weight on the official guide).

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