AWS renews its GNS Portugal certification for classified information with 66 services
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The article discusses AWS renewing its GNS Portugal certification for handling classified information at the National Reservado (Restricted) level.
Specifically, the article covers:
- AWS has renewed its GNS (National Security Cabinet) certification in the AWS Regions and edge locations in the European Union for handling classified information at the National Reservado (Restricted) level.
- The certification is based on NIST SP800-53 Rev. 5 and CSA CCM v4 frameworks, and demonstrates AWS' commitment to providing secure cloud services for public-sector customers.
- AWS was evaluated by an independent third-party auditor and the GNS itself, and the certification allows AWS customers in Portugal, including public sector and defense contractors, to use AWS services for handling national restricted information.
- The scope of the certification has been expanded to include 66 AWS services.
- The Certificate of Compliance is available on the GNS website and through AWS Artifact.
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