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A Lambda function needs to decrypt data encrypted with a customer managed KMS key. Which two permissions are commonly required?

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A Lambda function needs to decrypt data encrypted with a customer managed KMS key. Which two permissions are commonly required?

Answer choices

Why each option matters

Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.

A

Best answer

kms:Decrypt on the key

Correct for the stated requirement.

B

Distractor review

iam:CreateUser on the account

This does not meet the stated requirement as directly as the correct option.

C

Distractor review

s3:PutBucketAcl on every bucket

This does not meet the stated requirement as directly as the correct option.

D

Best answer

Permission for the Lambda execution role to use the KMS key

Correct for the stated requirement.

Common exam trap

Common exam trap: ACLs stop at the first match

ACLs are processed top to bottom. The first matching entry wins, and an implicit deny usually exists at the end.

Technical deep dive

How to think about this question

ACL questions test precision: source, destination, protocol, port and direction. A generally correct ACL can still fail if it is applied on the wrong interface or in the wrong direction.

KKey Concepts to Remember

  • Standard ACLs match source addresses.
  • Extended ACLs can match source, destination, protocol and ports.
  • The first matching ACL entry is used.
  • There is usually an implicit deny at the end.

TExam Day Tips

  • Check inbound versus outbound direction.
  • Read the ACL from top to bottom.
  • Look for a broader permit or deny above the intended line.

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FAQ

Questions learners often ask

What does this DVA-C02 question test?

Standard ACLs match source addresses.

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: kms:Decrypt on the key — The execution role must be authorized to call KMS decrypt, and the key policy/IAM policy must allow that use.

What should I do if I get this DVA-C02 question wrong?

Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.

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