AWS RAM
AWS Resource Access Manager lets you share resources across AWS accounts within your organization without creating duplicates.
What is RAM? (Simple Explanation)
RAM is an AWS service in the Security category. AWS Resource Access Manager lets you share resources across AWS accounts within your organization without creating duplicates.
When Would You Use This?
- VPC subnet sharing
- Transit Gateway sharing
- Route 53 Resolver rule sharing
- License Manager configuration sharing
Who Uses RAM?
From startups to enterprises, RAM powers:
What Makes RAM Powerful
Services That Work with RAM
RAM is rarely used alone. It's typically combined with:
Compliance & Security
How AWS RAM fits into major compliance standards:
RAM configuration is audited by CIS Benchmarks 1.5–3.0 for secure cloud defaults.
RAM access controls, encryption, and audit logging map to NIST 800-53 AC, SC, and AU control families.
RAM encryption, access control, and logging support PCI DSS for cardholder data environments.
RAM security, availability, and confidentiality controls evaluated under SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria.
RAM configuration and monitoring controls map to ISO 27001 Annex A information security management.
Ready to secure your RAM configuration?
Pavora continuously monitors your AWS RAM for misconfigurations, compliance violations, and security risks.