: It allows applications running on the instance to "learn about themselves".
The URL http://169.254.169.254/latest/meta-data/iam/security-credentials/ is a link-local address accessible only from within an EC2 instance. : It allows applications running on the instance
: By appending the role name to the URL (e.g., .../security-credentials/MyRoleName ), a user can retrieve an Access Key , Secret Key , and Session Token to perform actions authorized by that role. Security Implications & SSRF : It allows applications running on the instance
Because this endpoint returns sensitive credentials without requiring an initial password, it is a primary target for attackers. : It allows applications running on the instance