Why is snapshot management crucial for the virtual machine (VM) lifecycle?
Answer(s): A
Snapshots serve as recovery points, enabling quick rollback to previous states if issues arise during updates or changes. This is crucial for VM lifecycle management.
[Security Guidance v5, Domain 7 - Infrastructure & Networking]
In the context of cloud security, what is the primary benefit of implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM) with attributes and user context for access decisions?
Context-aware IAM enables access decisions that account for real-time conditions, enhancing security by adapting to changes in user and resource status.
[CCSK Study Guide, Domain 5- IAM]
How does artificial intelligence pose both opportunities and risks in cloud security?
Answer(s): C
While AI improves threat detection, it also introduces risks as attackers can use it to develop advanced attack methods. Organizations must balance these risks.
[CCSK Study Guide, Domain 12 - AI and Security]
Which principle reduces security risk by granting users only the permissions essential for their role?
Answer(s): D
The principle of least privilege limits access to only necessary permissions, reducing the risk of misuse and exposure of sensitive data.
[CCSK v5 Curriculum, Domain 5 - IAM]
Which of the following strategies best enhances infrastructure resilience against Cloud Service Provider (CSP) technical failures?
Answer(s): B
Multi-region resiliency enhances infrastructure resilience by distributing resources across multiple geographic locations, reducing the impact of regional outages.
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