CV0-004 Security Practice Question
A cloud security team is implementing the principle of least privilege for IAM roles. Which TWO actions are consistent with this principle?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Regularly review and revoke unused permissions
Least privilege means granting only the permissions necessary for a task and periodically reviewing access.
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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Grant full administrative access to all users to simplify management
Why it's wrong here
This violates least privilege.
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Regularly review and revoke unused permissions
Why this is correct
Removing unused permissions reduces attack surface.
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Create custom roles with only the specific permissions needed for each job function
Why this is correct
Custom roles allow tailoring permissions.
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Use wildcard (*) permissions to allow all actions on a resource
Why it's wrong here
Wildcards grant broad permissions, contrary to least privilege.
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Assign root user access to all developers
Why it's wrong here
Root access is the highest privilege and should be avoided.
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