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Hello.
How do i update the password ?
As you have probably already confirmed, it is possible to generate a new SMTP password from your secret access key.
https://docs.aws.amazon.com/ses/latest/dg/smtp-credentials.html#smtp-credentials-convert
If i need to change the access key, how do i update it ?
I think it is best to leave the currently used access key as is and issue a new access key.
You can issue a new access key using the steps described in the document below.
https://docs.aws.amazon.com/IAM/latest/UserGuide/id_credentials_access-keys.html#Using_CreateAccessKey
How long will this process take ?
If you are familiar with issuing access keys, you can create one in less than 10 minutes.
Is there a failback/backup mechanism if something fails ?
I think you can leave the secret access key you're currently using as is, and if the newly created secret access key doesn't work, you can switch back to the old secret access key.
Need best practice advise on performing this task.
Please do not disable or delete the secret access key you are currently using so that you can switch back if a problem occurs.
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The document below recommends creating a new SMTP user from the Amazon SES screen, so I think this method is also a good idea. However, after several attempts, it does not generate short passwords of less than 20 characters, so it may not be able to meet your requirements. https://repost.aws/knowledge-center/ses-rotate-smtp-access-keys
Thank you Mr. Riku_Kobayashi, all the point clearly makes sense. Sorry i just need assistance with another point that came to my mind
Since the console access is disabled for the IAM User, do you have any steps to convert the secret key to password from the root account for this iam smtp identity ?
And, is there any way i can get to know what the old password being used for the existing SMTP in messaging system ?
Thanks, Safe