KCSA Overview OF Cloud Native Security Practice Question
In a cloud native environment, what is the primary security purpose of using static code analysis (SAST) and software composition analysis (SCA) tools in the CI/CD 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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To identify vulnerabilities and insecure coding patterns in the Code layer before deployment
SAST and SCA tools detect security flaws and vulnerable dependencies in source code and libraries before building artifacts.
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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To provision cloud networking security groups automatically
Why it's wrong here
Security groups are provisioned via IaC tools, not SAST/SCA scanners.
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To manage worker node operating system updates
Why it's wrong here
Node updates are handled by cluster management tools.
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To identify vulnerabilities and insecure coding patterns in the Code layer before deployment
Why this is correct
SAST and SCA analyze source code and dependencies during the build/code phase.
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To detect running process anomalies in production pods
Why it's wrong here
Runtime anomaly detection occurs in production, not CI/CD pipelines.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CNCF / Linux Foundation exam blueprint
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