CV0-004 Security Practice Question
A security administrator needs to store database credentials and API keys securely in AWS. The credentials must be automatically rotated every 90 days. Which service should the administrator use?
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
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AWS Secrets Manager
AWS Secrets Manager is designed to store secrets and provides built-in rotation capabilities.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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AWS Systems Manager Parameter Store
Why it's wrong here
Parameter Store can store secrets but does not have automatic rotation.
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AWS KMS
Why it's wrong here
KMS manages encryption keys, not secrets like credentials.
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AWS Secrets Manager
Why this is correct
Secrets Manager stores secrets and supports automatic rotation.
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AWS Certificate Manager
Why it's wrong here
ACM manages SSL/TLS certificates, not credentials.
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