SCORM Cloud hosts SCORM files on AWS (Amazon Web Services) infrastructure, leveraging globally distributed data centers for redundancy and low-latency access. Files are encrypted at rest and in transit, with compliance certifications like SOC 2 and GDPR. Content is isolated in dedicated storage buckets, ensuring only authorized users can access courses via API keys or LMS integrations.
What Security Protocols Protect Hosted SCORM Files?
SCORM Cloud uses AES-256 encryption for stored files and TLS 1.3 for data transfers. Multi-factor authentication, IP whitelisting, and audit logs prevent unauthorized access. Regular penetration testing and automated vulnerability scans align with ISO 27001 standards. Administrators control granular permissions through role-based access controls (RBAC) tied to organizational hierarchies.
The platform employs dynamic key rotation every 90 days for encryption certificates, with optional client-managed keys for regulated industries. Real-time intrusion detection systems monitor storage buckets, triggering automatic lockdowns upon anomalous patterns. Security teams receive instant alerts through integrated PagerDuty/Slack channels, enabling sub-5 minute response times to potential threats.
| Security Layer | Technology Used | Compliance Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Data Encryption | AES-256, TLS 1.3 | FIPS 140-2 |
| Access Control | RBAC, MFA | ISO 27001 |
| Monitoring | AWS GuardDuty | SOC 2 Type II |
How Does Geographic Distribution Impact File Availability?
AWS regions in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific host mirrored SCORM content, reducing latency for global users. A CDN caches frequently accessed courses at edge locations, while automatic failover routes traffic during outages. Users select preferred regions during account setup, with geo-replication available for enterprise-tier subscribers.
The multi-region architecture ensures 99.99% uptime SLA, with latency optimized below 150ms for 95% of global users. Content delivery networks automatically detect user locations, serving courses from the nearest cache node. During regional AWS outages, traffic reroutes within 90 seconds using Route 53 failover routing. Enterprises can preview latency metrics through the dashboard’s network map before deploying critical training.
| AWS Region | Edge Locations | Average Latency |
|---|---|---|
| US-East | 22 | 45ms |
| EU-Central | 18 | 68ms |
| AP-Southeast | 15 | 112ms |
“SCORM Cloud’s hybrid architecture balances scalability and compliance,” says an enterprise e-learning architect. “By decoupling storage from the runtime environment, they avoid the ‘vendor lock-in’ trap. Their use of AWS’s GovCloud for federal clients shows nuanced understanding of regulated industries. However, I’d like to see optional client-side encryption for healthcare clients handling PHI.”
FAQ
- Are SCORM files stored in the same region as my LMS?
- Not automatically—you configure preferred regions in SCORM Cloud’s dashboard to align with your LMS geography.
- Can I migrate files to another host without re-uploading?
- Yes, use the Export Content API to transfer packages directly between SCORM Cloud and other AWS/S3-compatible storage.
- Does SCORM Cloud delete inactive files?
- Only if configured in retention policies. Default settings preserve files indefinitely.