Free ISC2 CCSP Actual Exam Questions

A/B? Scripts can automate tasks but usually rely on APIs underneath, and RDP is for remote desktop access, not management functions. So it’s either APIs or XML, but XML is more a data format than a control method.

It’s C for me too. APIs let the management plane communicate directly and consistently with hypervisors, unlike RDP or XML, which aren’t designed for that kind of control.

A, since FIPS 140-2 specifically targets federal encryption standards.

A, FIPS 140-2 is the go-to for federal encryption standards.

B imo, KPIs are metrics, not direct IT components like apps or security.

It’s D for me. Security is broader and often includes legal, physical, and organizational measures that go beyond the IT scope. Applications, services, and KPIs are all tightly linked to IT performance and quality. Security might be related but isn’t purely an IT quality of service aspect.

D imo, ephemeral storage is definitely not meant for anything long-term since it’s wiped when instances stop. So using it for recent logs that need quick access doesn’t add up. Long-term storage for the seven-year retention fits since it’s built for compliance and durability. This way, you get proper archival and ensure quick retrieval from something more durable than ephemeral options. A seems tempting but “raw storage” isn’t usually optimized for long-term archival, so D feels more aligned with the requirements here.

Option A seems solid here since raw storage is usually durable and good for ongoing access, which fits recent logs. Then for the seven-year retention, a separate long-term storage solution ensures compliance without sacrificing retrieval speed for recent data. Ephemeral storage is definitely out for anything long-term, so that rules out B, C, and D when it comes to securely holding seven years of logs. Splitting storage by use case like A does makes the most sense operationally and compliance-wise.

C imo, ITAR (A) is for defense tech, not Commerce Dept specifically.

C

C imo, because the user’s organization vouches for their identity directly.

It’s D because federated identity often means using a third-party system like an identity provider separate from your home org or the app itself to handle authentication securely.

I’m thinking A and C can be dropped since monolithic apps and relying only on native tools usually trap you with one vendor. So it’s really between B and D—but B’s about encryption, which doesn’t directly tackle lock-in or interoperability.

Good point on avoiding vendor lock-in. Also, B is definitely out since minimizing encryption hurts security rather than helping interoperability, so D feels like the safest bet here.

Maybe A, since SQL injections can directly expose sensitive data in cloud apps.

Option C stands out since misconfigured storage is a common cloud-specific mistake causing leaks.

It’s C because 40 to 60 percent strikes the best balance between minimizing static and preventing moisture damage. The other ranges either risk being too dry or too humid for data center equipment.

Sam X: Not A, C is better since 20-40% feels too dry for electronics in a data center.

Option C makes the most sense here since SOC 1 reports are all about internal controls over financial reporting. The "Type 1" part means it’s a snapshot of those controls at a particular date, not ongoing effectiveness. Privacy and PII stuff usually show up in SOC 2 reports instead, so options B and D don’t really fit. Integrity is broad and not the main focus either, so that leaves financial controls as the clear focus for SOC 1 Type 1 reports.

C SOC Type 1 reports are definitely tied to financial controls, focusing on how well those controls are designed at a specific point in time. The other options like privacy or PII usually relate more to SOC 2 or other types of reports. So, C makes the most sense here if we're talking strictly about SOC 1.

A/B? The RSA token is something you have, so a biometric like retina scan (C) makes sense, but a USB thumb drive (B) is also something you physically have, which could work as a second factor.

It’s C

It’s definitely D. Sharing detailed info plus advice helps customers act quickly, which is crucial after a breach. A and B leave too much out—either too little info or ignoring customers’ worries. C misses a lot since you can’t rely on customers to report suspicious activity first; the org needs to be proactive and open. For healthcare, compliance means full disclosure with clear guidance, so D fits best.

D imo, it’s the only one that actually addresses the issue head-on. Just a social media post (A) wouldn’t be enough, and ignoring customer concerns like in B feels reckless. Also, only contacting customers who noticed problems (C) leaves too many in the dark. Healthcare data breaches can have serious consequences, so customers need clear info on what happened and how to protect themselves, which D covers well.

Hard drives feel like they belong in secure storage, not the kit, since they can be bulky and sensitive. Flashlights and documentation gear help on-site, so C might be the one to exclude differently than A. Could documentation equipment be digital or physical?

I’m wondering if A could be the odd one out since an annotated asset inventory might be kept digitally rather than physically in the kit. Wouldn’t practical items like flashlights and documentation gear be more essential on hand?

B. Encrypting data is the only option that directly protects the data itself when it’s stored in the cloud. The others either focus on detecting threats, controlling access, or scanning for vulnerabilities but don’t actually secure the data at rest. You can have all the MFA or IDS you want, but if the stored data isn’t encrypted and someone gets hold of it, it’s exposed. So encryption is the fundamental control here.

Makes sense to rule out A, C, and D because they don’t actually secure stored data itself. B focuses exactly on protecting data at rest via encryption, so that’s my pick too. B

A imo, since methodical and measured describe how you do something, not what you’re doing. Forensics specifically means using science to analyze evidence, so it fits best here.

It’s A. Forensics fits the question since it’s all about applying scientific methods to evidence. B and C are about ways of thinking or approaches, not really specific to using science on evidence. D doesn't quite fit either; it’s more about quantifying than applying science to proof. Definitely A here.