Which AWS security service allows you to centrally manage and automate security configuration checks for your enterprise using a set of best-practice 'Conformance Packs'?

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Correct Answer: AWS Config

Config Conformance Packs are collections of AWS Config rules and remediation actions that help you implement a specific compliance standard (like NIST or PCI)....

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Which AWS security service allows you to centrally manage and automate security configuration checks for your enterprise using a set of best-practice 'Conformance Packs'?

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Correct Answer

AWS Config

Why This Answer Is Correct

Config Conformance Packs are collections of AWS Config rules and remediation actions that help you implement a specific compliance standard (like NIST or PCI).

📚 What This Question Tests

This question evaluates your knowledge of AWS IAM — a core concept tested in AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (SAP-C02). Understanding AWS IAM is essential for designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures. Mastery of this topic will help you answer scenario-based questions confidently on exam day.