Secrets Management
Secrets management in the cloud refers to the secure storage, distribution, and management of sensitive information, such as passwords, API keys, tokens, and encryption keys.
Key Aspects of Secrets Management:
- Sensitive Data Protection: Safeguard sensitive information from unauthorized access.
- Encryption: Encrypt secrets at rest and in transit for enhanced security.
- Access Control: Control who can access and manage secrets.
- Key Rotation: Regularly update encryption keys and credentials.
- Centralized Storage: Store secrets in a centralized, secure location.
- Secret Versioning: Maintain a history of secret changes for auditing and recovery.
- Automated Deployment: Integrate secrets into automated deployment pipelines.
- Secret Expiration: Set expiration dates for secrets to limit their lifespan.
- Audit Trails: Monitor and log secret access and usage.
- Integration with Applications: Seamlessly integrate secrets into applications and services.
- Third-Party Integrations: Integrate with external identity and access management systems.
- Compliance: Meet compliance requirements for data protection and access control.