SCAZT Cloud Security Architecture Practice Question
When implementing a Zero Trust architecture, what is the 'Principle of Least Privilege' (PoLP) specifically intended to achieve?
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
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Granting only the necessary permissions required for a user to perform their task.
PoLP ensures that users and devices are granted the minimum level of access required to perform their jobs, minimizing the blast radius of a potential breach.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Allowing open access to all company resources from the office.
Why it's wrong here
This violates the Zero Trust principle.
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Granting only the necessary permissions required for a user to perform their task.
Why this is correct
This is the definition of PoLP in a Zero Trust context.
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Giving administrative access to all power users.
Why it's wrong here
This is the opposite of least privilege.
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Automating the password rotation process.
Why it's wrong here
Password rotation is a security hygiene practice, but not a definition of PoLP.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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