ISC2-CCSP Domain 2: Cloud Data Security Welcome to your ISC2-CCSP Domain 2: Cloud Data Security 1. CCSP: Cloud Data Security When implementing data encryption for a multi-tenant cloud environment, which of the following key management practices ensures the highest level of data segregation and security? A. Using a single, centralized key management system for all tenants. B. Allowing each tenant to manage their own encryption keys. C. Employing a cloud provider's default encryption key for all data. D. Sharing encryption keys among tenants to simplify management. None 2. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In the context of cloud storage, which data masking technique is MOST effective for protecting sensitive information during processing, ensuring that the data cannot be reverse-engineered? A. Static data masking B. Dynamic data masking C. Tokenization D. Encryption None 3. CCSP: Cloud Data Security When assessing cloud service providers (CSPs) for data security compliance, which of the following criteria is MOST critical for ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of data at rest? A. The geographical location of data centers B. Support for data-at-rest encryption C. The CSP's annual revenue D. The number of data centers operated by the CSP None 4. CCSP: Cloud Data Security For a cloud-based application processing highly sensitive data, which of the following strategies provides the BEST protection against data exposure through application vulnerabilities? A. Regularly updating application firewalls B. Implementing strong network segmentation C. Applying end-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest D. Conducting frequent vulnerability scans and penetration testing None 5. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In designing a cloud data security architecture, which of the following is the MOST critical factor to consider for ensuring data privacy and compliance with global data protection regulations? A. The scalability of the cloud storage solution B. The ability to implement geofencing and data residency controls C. The speed of data transfer to and from the cloud D. The cost-effectiveness of the cloud storage solution None 6. CCSP: Cloud Data Security When deploying a cloud-based big data analytics platform, which of the following data security considerations is MOST important to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of data during analytics processing? A. The implementation of role-based access control 'RBAC' B. The use of a virtual private cloud 'VPC' for data processing C. The encryption of data in use D. The choice of data analytics software None 7. CCSP: Cloud Data Security For organizations subject to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which of the following cloud data security measures is MOST critical to comply with data subject rights, such as the right to erasure? A. Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technologies B. Implementation of strong encryption algorithms C. Data classification and discovery tools D. Regular security awareness training for employees None 8. CCSP: Cloud Data Security When integrating third-party services into a cloud environment, which of the following considerations is MOST critical for maintaining data security across the integrated ecosystem? A. The cost of the third-party services B. The compatibility of the third-party services with existing cloud infrastructure C. The data security standards adhered to by the third-party services D. The performance metrics of the third-party services None 9. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In the development of a cloud access security broker 'CASB' policy, which of the following is the MOST important consideration for preventing unauthorized access to cloud-stored sensitive data? A. Ensuring compatibility with existing network security tools B. Defining strict user authentication and authorization protocols C. Optimizing for minimal impact on system performance D. Guaranteeing seamless user experience across all devices None 10. CCSP: Cloud Data Security For ensuring secure data deletion in a cloud environment, which of the following practices is MOST effective in preventing data remanence on physical storage media? A. Regular data backup and replication B. Overwriting data multiple times C. Using magnetic storage instead of solid-state drives D. Encrypting data before deletion None 11. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In configuring cloud storage for sensitive healthcare data, which of the following is MOST critical to ensure compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act 'HIPAA'? A. Maximizing storage capacity B. Ensuring data is encrypted in transit and at rest C. Prioritizing data retrieval speed D. Choosing the lowest cost storage option None 12. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In the context of cloud data security, which of the following is the MOST critical aspect to consider when implementing a Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) model for encryption key management? A. The geographic distribution of cloud data centers B. The compatibility of BYOK with cloud services C. The lifecycle management of encryption keys D. The performance impact on cloud services None 13. CCSP: Cloud Data Security When designing data retention policies for cloud storage, which of the following is MOST essential to ensure data integrity and compliance with legal requirements? A. Frequency of data backup B. Duration of data storage C. Encryption strength of stored data D. Access controls for stored data None 14. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In a cloud environment, which of the following is the MOST effective method for protecting data against threats posed by quantum computing? A. Symmetric encryption B. Quantum key distribution C. Post-quantum cryptography D. Hardware security modules None 15. CCSP: Cloud Data Security For organizations utilizing cloud services for processing personal data of EU citizens, which of the following measures is MOST critical for GDPR compliance regarding data transfer outside the EU? A. Implementing Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption B. Adhering to the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework C. Using Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) for data transfer D. Encrypting data at rest None 16. CCSP: Cloud Data Security When securing cloud-based databases against injection attacks, which of the following is the MOST effective security control? A. Regularly updating database software B. Implementing input validation techniques C. Using database encryption D. Applying network segmentation None 17. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In cloud computing, which of the following strategies is MOST effective for achieving data sovereignty and compliance with local data protection laws? A. Data tokenization B. Multi-factor authentication C. Geo-restriction and data residency solutions D. Client-side encryption None 18. CCSP: Cloud Data Security For a cloud service provider, which of the following is the MOST critical factor in ensuring the confidentiality of customer data during multi-tenancy? A. The use of a virtual private network (VPN) B. Logical data segregation mechanisms C. Physical security of data centers D. The deployment of anti-virus software None 19. CCSP: Cloud Data Security In the implementation of cloud-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems, which of the following represents the BEST approach to minimize the risk of privilege escalation? A. Enforcing periodic password changes B. Implementing the principle of least privilege C. Requiring multi-factor authentication for all users D. Regularly scanning for vulnerable software components None 20. CCSP: Cloud Data Security When addressing data security in cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) applications, which of the following is MOST important for protecting data against cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks? A. Data encryption at rest and in transit B. Secure cookie handling C. Content Security Policy (CSP) implementation D. Regular patching of the application None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up