AWS IAM: What It Is and Why Least Privilege Isn’t Optional

Think of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) as the security gatekeeper for your AWS account. It decides who can access what, and what they can do with it. When IAM is set up well, it protects your infrastructure like a pro. When it’s not? You're one bad permission away from a serious security breach.

Apr 15, 2025 - 13:17
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AWS IAM: What It Is and Why Least Privilege Isn’t Optional

Think of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) as the security gatekeeper for your AWS account. It decides who can access what, and what they can do with it.

When IAM is set up well, it protects your infrastructure like a pro. When it’s not? You're one bad permission away from a serious security breach.