AWS Security Token Service (STS) is a managed service from Amazon Web Services that enables the generation of temporary security credentials for secure access to AWS resources.
STS provides a flexible way to support Identity and Access Management (IAM) by offering temporary credentials for users, applications or services operating across different AWS accounts or AWS services.
The service is particularly useful for cross-account access, federated access and mobile apps that should not rely on long-term credentials.
STS enables the creation of temporary credentials for secure access to AWS resources without the need for long-term credentials.
With STS, users can securely access resources in other AWS accounts by providing temporary credentials.
STS supports the authentication of users via third-party identity providers, such as Active Directory or Google, to access AWS resources.
STS allows a user or application to temporarily assume a role to gain access to resources with specific permissions.
STS provides the option to further secure access by enabling multi-factor authentication, enhancing security.
STS integrates with IAM policies to control access to AWS resources based on specific permissions and requirements.
STS can provide temporary security credentials for applications that need to access AWS resources without using permanent credentials.
