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CV0-004 Practice Question: During a security audit, it is discovered that a…

During a security audit, it is discovered that a cloud application can be accessed using a shared service account that has elevated privileges. The audit recommends implementing a just-in-time (JIT) access model. What is the primary benefit of JIT access in this scenario?

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Why each option matters

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Correct answer & explanation

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Reduces the attack surface by minimizing persistent privileged access.

JIT access grants temporary elevated privileges only when needed, reducing the risk of standing privileged access. It enables real-time approval workflows. It does not directly manage identities nor automate audits of third-party access; those are secondary benefits.

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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    Automates auditing of third-party access.

    Why it's wrong here

    Auditing is a separate concern; JIT can record but its primary benefit is reducing standing privileges.

  • ✗

    Allows for easier management of user identities.

    Why it's wrong here

    Identity management is broader; JIT is specifically about privilege timing.

  • ✓

    Reduces the attack surface by minimizing persistent privileged access.

    Why this is correct

    JIT ensures that elevated permissions are granted only for specific times and tasks, so compromised credentials have limited window of opportunity.

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    Eliminates the need for user authentication.

    Why it's wrong here

    JIT still requires authentication; it just limits the duration of elevated privileges.

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