SDSI AI Automation And Devsecops Practice Question
What is the primary benefit of 'Shift Left' security in a DevSecOps pipeline?
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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Reduced remediation costs
Shifting security to the beginning of the development cycle lowers remediation costs and reduces risk exposure.
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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Automated hardware deployment
Why it's wrong here
Shift left applies to code, not hardware.
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Increased development speed
Why it's wrong here
Usually introduces friction, though it improves overall velocity long-term.
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Elimination of security teams
Why it's wrong here
Security teams are still needed for governance.
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Reduced remediation costs
Why this is correct
Early detection is cheaper than post-production fixes.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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