CAS-004 Security Architecture Practice Question
A security architect is designing a cloud security strategy for a company that uses multiple cloud providers. The architect needs a solution that provides visibility into cloud application usage, enforces security policies, and protects data. Which technology is most appropriate?
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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Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
A Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) provides visibility, policy enforcement, and data protection across multiple cloud services.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Cloud Workload Protection Platform (CWPP)
Why it's wrong here
CWPP protects workloads (VMs, containers), not cloud application usage.
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Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
Why this is correct
CASB provides visibility, compliance, and data security for cloud applications.
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Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
Why it's wrong here
CSPM focuses on configuration compliance and risk assessment, not application usage visibility.
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Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
Why it's wrong here
SASE combines networking and security functions but focuses on access, not cloud application visibility.
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