Ensure External Key Manager is configured for bring-your-own-key scenarios
EKM should be used when organization requires external key control.
Security Impact
Without EKM, keys remain under Google's physical control.
How to Remediate
Configure External Key Manager with supported key management partner.
Affected Resources
Compliance Frameworks
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Check Details
- Check ID
- gcp-kms-7
- Service
- Google Cloud KMS
- Category
- Key Management
- Severity
- LOW
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