Encrypting Amazon EFS

Amazon EFS is used for file-level storage and has the capacity to support access for thousands of instances at once. Being a file-level storage system, it behaves much like most other filesystems and utilizes standard filesystem semantics; for example, it adheres to a file hierarchy structure with folders and subfolders, and you can easily rename and lock files, and so on. It also provides low-latency access, making this a great service for many of your file storage needs, from home directories to big data analytics.

With a storage service, there will of course be times when you will need to encrypt your data for additional protection, and EFS supports both in-transit and at-rest encryption.

Situations When You Should Use Encryption with EFS

Encrypting Amazon EFS is recommended in various scenarios to enhance the security and protection of your data. In particular, encrypting Amazon EFS may be an effective approach to the following:

• Compliance...