- A
VPC Flow Logs
Why wrong: Flow Logs capture network traffic, not database logins.
- B
Database Activity Streams
DAS captures database activity including logins.
- C
Enhanced Monitoring
Why wrong: Enhanced Monitoring does not capture database logins.
- D
AWS CloudTrail
Why wrong: CloudTrail captures API calls, not database logins.
- E
Aurora MySQL audit plugin
The audit plugin can log connections.
Question 445 of 1,730
Aurora MySQL Login Audit — DAS vs Audit Plugin
This DBS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of database security. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A company is using Amazon Aurora MySQL and needs to audit database logins. Which of the following can be used to capture login events? (Choose TWO.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
Database Activity Streams
Options B and E are correct. Database Activity Streams (DAS) in Amazon Aurora capture login events and other database activities. Additionally, the Aurora MySQL audit plugin can be enabled to log connections, including login attempts. Option A (VPC Flow Logs) captures network traffic, not database logins. Option C (Enhanced Monitoring) captures OS-level metrics from the database host. Option D (AWS CloudTrail) records API calls made to AWS services, not database-level events.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
VPC Flow Logs
Why it's wrong here
Flow Logs capture network traffic, not database logins.
- ✓
Database Activity Streams
Why this is correct
DAS captures database activity including logins.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Enhanced Monitoring
Why it's wrong here
Enhanced Monitoring does not capture database logins.
- ✗
AWS CloudTrail
Why it's wrong here
CloudTrail captures API calls, not database logins.
- ✓
Aurora MySQL audit plugin
Why this is correct
The audit plugin can log connections.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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What does this DBS-C01 question test?
Database Security — This question tests Database Security — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Database Activity Streams — Options B and E are correct. Database Activity Streams (DAS) in Amazon Aurora capture login events and other database activities. Additionally, the Aurora MySQL audit plugin can be enabled to log connections, including login attempts. Option A (VPC Flow Logs) captures network traffic, not database logins. Option C (Enhanced Monitoring) captures OS-level metrics from the database host. Option D (AWS CloudTrail) records API calls made to AWS services, not database-level events.
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What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Variation 1. A company uses Amazon Aurora MySQL and needs to audit all database logins, including failed attempts. Which feature should be enabled?
easy- ✓ A.Database Activity Streams
- B.Enhanced Monitoring
- C.VPC Flow Logs
- D.AWS CloudTrail
Why A: Option A is correct because Database Activity Streams provide a near real-time stream of database activity, including logins and failed attempts, and integrate with AWS CloudWatch and third-party tools. Option B (Enhanced Monitoring) is incorrect because it provides OS-level metrics like CPU and memory usage, not database login auditing. Option C (VPC Flow Logs) is incorrect because they capture IP traffic metadata, not database-level events. Option D (AWS CloudTrail) is incorrect because it records API calls made to AWS services, not database login events within Aurora.
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