AWS Certificate Manager
A service that simplifies the management of SSL/TLS certificates for AWS-based applications.
Description
AWS Certificate Manager (ACM) is a service provided by Amazon Web Services that allows users to easily provision, manage, and deploy SSL/TLS certificates. These certificates are essential for securing communications between clients and servers over the internet, ensuring that data transmitted is encrypted and secure. ACM automates the process of certificate issuance and renewal, reducing the operational overhead typically associated with managing certificates manually. It integrates seamlessly with various AWS services such as Elastic Load Balancing, Amazon CloudFront, and Amazon API Gateway, making it easier to secure applications hosted on AWS. Users can request public certificates directly from ACM, and in some cases, private certificates can also be managed through the AWS Private Certificate Authority (CA). As more businesses move to cloud infrastructure, services like ACM are crucial for maintaining security standards while simplifying the management process.
Examples
- A company uses ACM to secure its e-commerce website hosted on Amazon EC2, ensuring customer data is protected during transactions.
- A developer employs ACM to manage SSL certificates for a RESTful API hosted on AWS Lambda, enabling secure communication between the API and client applications.
Additional Information
- ACM automatically renews certificates before they expire, minimizing downtime and the risk of security vulnerabilities.
- ACM supports both public and private certificates, making it versatile for various use cases within AWS environments.