What feature does Encrypted AMI Sharing provide?

Encrypted AMI Sharing primarily provides the capability to securely share Amazon Machine Images (AMIs) across different AWS accounts while ensuring that the images remain encrypted. This feature enhances security by allowing users to share their encrypted AMIs without exposing the underlying data.

When an AMI is encrypted, it uses AWS Key Management Service (KMS) keys to manage access, and sharing the AMI involves sharing the permissions of these KMS keys with other AWS accounts. This means that only users with the right permissions can launch instances from the shared encrypted AMI, thus maintaining confidentiality and integrity of the data contained within those AMIs.

This capability is crucial for organizations looking to collaborate with partners or migrate workloads securely between accounts, without compromising on security measures. It ensures that sensitive data remains protected during the sharing process, aligning with best practices in cloud security management.