
AWS AppSync now provides automatic encryption at-rest and in-transit for new GraphQL API caching configurations, enhancing security without requiring additional manual setup.


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AWS AppSync has introduced automatic encryption for GraphQL API caching, enhancing security for new API cache configurations.
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<li>Encryption now enabled by default for new API caches</li>
<li>Protects cached data at-rest and in-transit</li>
<li>Applies to new caches without disrupting existing configurations</li>
<li>AWS AppSync SDKs updated to enforce encryption</li>
<li>Available in all AWS Regions where AppSync is offered</li>
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This update simplifies API security implementation and aligns with AWS security best practices, providing comprehensive data protection for GraphQL APIs.
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AWS AppSync Enhances Security with Default Encryption for GraphQL API Caching

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