KCSA Platform Security Practice Question
Which TWO tasks are typically performed during container image vulnerability scanning? (Choose two)
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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Checking for insecure configuration settings or exposed secrets within image layers
Vulnerability scanning inspects image layers and package managers to identify known CVEs and misconfigurations.
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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Configuring ingress TLS certificates
Why it's wrong here
Ingress certificates are managed via cert-manager or secrets.
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Monitoring active Kubernetes node CPU utilization
Why it's wrong here
CPU utilization is monitored by metrics-server, not image scanners.
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Checking for insecure configuration settings or exposed secrets within image layers
Why this is correct
Scanners also detect embedded secrets (like API keys) and misconfigurations in Dockerfile instructions.
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Updating cluster network policies
Why it's wrong here
Network policies are managed by administrators and CNI plugins.
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Analyzing OS packages and application dependencies against known CVE databases
Why this is correct
Scanners inspect installed RPMs, debian packages, and language dependencies for known vulnerabilities.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
Senior Network & Security Engineer · founder of Courseiva
Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CNCF / Linux Foundation exam blueprint
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