Description: Temporary credentials are a security mechanism in cloud computing that allows users and applications to access resources in a controlled and secure manner. These credentials have a limited duration, meaning they are only valid for a specific period, which reduces the risk of unauthorized access. They are typically generated through a security token service and are used to authenticate requests to various cloud services. Temporary credentials include a set of access keys, a secret key, and a session token, which must be presented with each request to access resources. This approach is particularly useful in environments where dynamic and temporary access is required, such as in applications that scale automatically or in situations where users need temporary access to certain resources. By limiting the duration of credentials, cloud services help mitigate the impact of potential security compromises, as credentials expire and must be renewed periodically, adding an extra layer of protection to cloud infrastructure.
