CGOA Gitops Principles Practice Question
Why is 'pull-based' reconciliation considered more secure than 'push-based' CI/CD?
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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Because the cluster initiates the connection.
Push-based systems require the CI/CD server to have cluster-admin credentials, whereas pull-based controllers use service accounts within the cluster.
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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Because the cluster initiates the connection.
Why this is correct
The cluster pulls from the repo, meaning no inbound ports need to be opened for the CI system.
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Because it eliminates the need for Git.
Why it's wrong here
Git is still required.
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Because Git requires passwords for every pull.
Why it's wrong here
SSH keys or tokens are used, not passwords.
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Because it removes the need for container images.
Why it's wrong here
Container images are still necessary.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CNCF / Linux Foundation exam blueprint
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