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1 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Overview
1-1 Introduction to OCI
1-2 OCI Architecture
1-3 OCI Regions and Availability Domains
1-4 OCI Services Overview
2 Identity and Access Management (IAM)
2-1 Introduction to IAM
2-2 Users, Groups, and Policies
2-3 Compartments
2-4 Authentication and Authorization
2-5 Federation and Single Sign-On (SSO)
3 Compute Services
3-1 Introduction to Compute Services
3-2 Virtual Machines (VMs)
3-3 Bare Metal Instances
3-4 Instance Configurations and Launch Options
3-5 Autoscaling and Instance Pools
3-6 Management and Monitoring of Compute Instances
4 Networking Services
4-1 Introduction to Networking Services
4-2 Virtual Cloud Networks (VCNs)
4-3 Subnets and Security Lists
4-4 Route Tables and Internet Gateways
4-5 NAT Gateway and Service Gateway
4-6 Load Balancing and DNS Services
5 Storage Services
5-1 Introduction to Storage Services
5-2 Block Volume Storage
5-3 Object Storage
5-4 File Storage Service
5-5 Backup and Disaster Recovery
6 Database Services
6-1 Introduction to Database Services
6-2 Autonomous Database
6-3 Oracle Database Cloud Service
6-4 Exadata Cloud Service
6-5 Backup and Recovery
7 Resource Management
7-1 Introduction to Resource Management
7-2 Terraform and OCI Resource Manager
7-3 Resource Tags and Cost Management
7-4 Monitoring and Logging
8 Security and Compliance
8-1 Introduction to Security and Compliance
8-2 Key Management Service (KMS)
8-3 Vault Service
8-4 Security Zones
8-5 Compliance and Auditing
9 Application Development
9-1 Introduction to Application Development
9-2 Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Registry (OCIR)
9-3 Functions and API Gateway
9-4 Integration and Event Services
9-5 DevOps and CICD Pipelines
10 Monitoring and Management
10-1 Introduction to Monitoring and Management
10-2 Monitoring Services
10-3 Notifications and Alarms
10-4 Logging and Auditing
10-5 Service Limits and Quotas
11 Cost Management
11-1 Introduction to Cost Management
11-2 Cost Analysis and Reports
11-3 Budget Alerts and Notifications
11-4 Reserved Instances and Savings Plans
12 Advanced Topics
12-1 Introduction to Advanced Topics
12-2 Hybrid Cloud and Interconnect
12-3 Data Transfer and Migration
12-4 Edge Services and Content Delivery Network (CDN)
12-5 Machine Learning and AI Services
Vault Service Explained

Vault Service Explained

Key Concepts

Understanding Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Vault Service involves grasping the following key concepts:

Vault

A Vault in OCI is a secure and isolated container for storing and managing cryptographic keys and secrets. It provides a centralized location for protecting sensitive data and ensures that only authorized users and applications can access the stored information.

Example: Think of a Vault as a secure safe in a bank. Just as a safe protects valuable items, a Vault protects cryptographic keys and secrets.

Master Encryption Keys

Master Encryption Keys in OCI Vault Service are used to encrypt and decrypt other cryptographic keys and secrets stored within the Vault. These keys are highly secure and are managed by Oracle, ensuring that they are protected from unauthorized access.

Example: Consider Master Encryption Keys as the master keys to a safe. Just as the master key unlocks the safe, Master Encryption Keys unlock and protect other keys and secrets within the Vault.

Secrets

Secrets in OCI Vault Service refer to sensitive information such as passwords, API keys, and certificates that need to be securely stored and managed. Secrets are encrypted using Master Encryption Keys and can be accessed only by authorized users and applications.

Example: Think of Secrets as valuable documents stored in a safe. Just as documents are protected by the safe, Secrets are protected by the Vault and Master Encryption Keys.

Key Management

Key Management in OCI Vault Service involves the creation, rotation, and deletion of cryptographic keys and secrets. It ensures that keys and secrets are securely managed and comply with security best practices.

Example: Consider Key Management as the process of managing the keys to a safe. Just as you manage the keys to ensure only authorized access, Key Management ensures secure handling of cryptographic keys and secrets.

Data Encryption

Data Encryption in OCI Vault Service involves using cryptographic keys to encrypt sensitive data at rest and in transit. This ensures that data is protected from unauthorized access and meets compliance requirements.

Example: Think of Data Encryption as locking a document in a safe. Just as locking a document protects it from unauthorized access, Data Encryption protects sensitive data using cryptographic keys.

Access Control

Access Control in OCI Vault Service involves defining who can access the Vault, cryptographic keys, and secrets. It uses policies and roles to ensure that only authorized users and applications can perform specific actions.

Example: Consider Access Control as the security guards at a bank. Just as security guards control access to the bank, Access Control policies ensure that only authorized users and applications can access the Vault and its contents.

Audit Logs

Audit Logs in OCI Vault Service provide a record of all actions performed on the Vault, cryptographic keys, and secrets. These logs help in monitoring and auditing access and usage, ensuring compliance and security.

Example: Think of Audit Logs as surveillance cameras in a bank. Just as surveillance cameras record all activities, Audit Logs record all actions performed on the Vault and its contents, providing a trail for monitoring and auditing.

By understanding and leveraging these concepts, you can effectively manage and secure your cryptographic keys and secrets in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

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