- A
The SCP condition key 'aws:SourceIp' is not supported for SCPs; SCPs only support conditions that are resource-based.
Why wrong: This is incorrect. SCPs do support conditions, but not all condition keys are available. The issue here is that 'aws:SourceIp' is not a supported condition key for SCPs, not that SCPs only support resource-based conditions.
- B
The SCP only applies to IAM users and groups, not to the root user.
Why wrong: This is incorrect. SCPs apply to all principals in the account, including IAM users, groups, and roles. They are not limited to IAM users and groups, and they do apply to the root user.
- C
The SCP condition key 'aws:SourceIp' is not available for use in SCPs; SCPs only support condition keys that are global and listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation for SCPs.
This is correct. SCPs only support condition keys that are global and listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation. 'aws:SourceIp' is not a global condition key for SCPs, so the condition is ignored, and the deny effect does not apply.
- D
The SCP is evaluated after IAM policies, so an IAM policy allowing the action overrides the SCP.
Why wrong: This is incorrect. SCPs are evaluated before IAM policies and can explicitly deny actions. An IAM policy allowing the action cannot override a deny from an SCP.
SCS-C02 Service Control Policy (SCP) Practice Question
This SCS-C02 practice question tests your understanding of management and security governance. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. A key principle to apply: service Control Policy (SCP). Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A security engineer is reviewing an SCP that denies access to a specific AWS service. The engineer notices that the SCP has an Effect of 'Deny' for 's3:PutObject' but the condition block uses 'StringEquals' with 'aws:SourceIp' set to an IP range. Users in the account are still able to upload objects to S3 from IP addresses outside the range. What is the most likely reason?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"most likely"Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
The SCP condition key 'aws:SourceIp' is not available for use in SCPs; SCPs only support condition keys that are global and listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation for SCPs.
The correct answer is C. SCPs do not support the 'aws:SourceIp' condition key because it is not a global condition key listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation for SCPs. SCPs only support condition keys that are global and applicable to all services. Therefore, the condition block in the SCP is ignored, and the 'Deny' effect does not apply, allowing users to upload objects from any IP. Option A is incorrect because SCPs do support conditions, but only specific global condition keys. Option B is incorrect because SCPs apply to all principals in the account, including IAM users, groups, and roles. Option D is incorrect because SCPs are evaluated before IAM policies and can deny actions regardless of IAM permissions.
Key principle: Service Control Policy (SCP)
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
The SCP condition key 'aws:SourceIp' is not supported for SCPs; SCPs only support conditions that are resource-based.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect. SCPs do support conditions, but not all condition keys are available. The issue here is that 'aws:SourceIp' is not a supported condition key for SCPs, not that SCPs only support resource-based conditions.
- ✗
The SCP only applies to IAM users and groups, not to the root user.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect. SCPs apply to all principals in the account, including IAM users, groups, and roles. They are not limited to IAM users and groups, and they do apply to the root user.
- ✓
The SCP condition key 'aws:SourceIp' is not available for use in SCPs; SCPs only support condition keys that are global and listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation for SCPs.
Why this is correct
This is correct. SCPs only support condition keys that are global and listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation. 'aws:SourceIp' is not a global condition key for SCPs, so the condition is ignored, and the deny effect does not apply.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Service Control Policy (SCP)
- ✗
The SCP is evaluated after IAM policies, so an IAM policy allowing the action overrides the SCP.
Why it's wrong here
This is incorrect. SCPs are evaluated before IAM policies and can explicitly deny actions. An IAM policy allowing the action cannot override a deny from an SCP.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Service Control Policy (SCP)
- Global condition keys for SCPs
- SCP evaluation
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Service Control Policy (SCP)
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A media company stores terabytes of video archives that are accessed once a year for audit purposes. Moving these objects to a cold storage tier (Azure Archive, S3 Glacier, or Google Nearline) costs a fraction of hot storage. Questions like this test whether you understand storage tiers, access frequency tradeoffs, and retrieval latency requirements.
Quick reference
AWS S3 Storage Class Comparison
| Storage Class | Min Duration | Retrieval | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3 Standard | None | Immediate | Frequently accessed data |
| S3 Standard-IA | 30 days | Immediate | Infrequent access, rapid retrieval |
| S3 One Zone-IA | 30 days | Immediate | Non-critical infrequent data |
| S3 Intelligent-Tiering | None | Immediate–hours | Unknown or changing access patterns |
| S3 Glacier Instant | 90 days | Milliseconds | Archive with instant retrieval |
| S3 Glacier Flexible | 90 days | Minutes–hours | Archive, flexible retrieval |
| S3 Glacier Deep Archive | 180 days | Hours | Long-term compliance archive |
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What does this SCS-C02 question test?
Management and Security Governance — This question tests Management and Security Governance — Service Control Policy (SCP).
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The SCP condition key 'aws:SourceIp' is not available for use in SCPs; SCPs only support condition keys that are global and listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation for SCPs. — The correct answer is C. SCPs do not support the 'aws:SourceIp' condition key because it is not a global condition key listed in the AWS Global Condition Context Keys documentation for SCPs. SCPs only support condition keys that are global and applicable to all services. Therefore, the condition block in the SCP is ignored, and the 'Deny' effect does not apply, allowing users to upload objects from any IP. Option A is incorrect because SCPs do support conditions, but only specific global condition keys. Option B is incorrect because SCPs apply to all principals in the account, including IAM users, groups, and roles. Option D is incorrect because SCPs are evaluated before IAM policies and can deny actions regardless of IAM permissions.
What should I do if I get this SCS-C02 question wrong?
Review service Control Policy (SCP), then practise related SCS-C02 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Service Control Policy (SCP)
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