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Your company is syncing design files to a cloud object store. The security team wants to reduce risk if the storage account is stolen and also protect the files while they travel across the internet. Which approach is the best fit?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
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Rename the files before upload so attackers cannot identify them.
Incorrect. Obfuscating names may reduce casual browsing, but it does not provide cryptographic protection or real confidentiality.
B
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Password-protect each archive and upload it over plain HTTP.
Incorrect. Password-protected archives are weak operationally, and plain HTTP does not protect the data while it is being transmitted.
C
Best answer
Encrypt data in transit with TLS and enable encryption at rest with managed keys.
Correct. TLS protects the files while they move across the network, and encryption at rest protects stored objects if the storage account or media is exposed. Using managed keys also reduces key-handling mistakes and keeps the protection aligned with standard cloud security practices. This combination addresses both major exposure points in the scenario.
D
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Place the storage service on a private IP address and skip encryption.
Incorrect. Private addressing reduces exposure, but traffic can still be intercepted inside trusted networks or through misconfiguration without encryption.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Encrypt data in transit with TLS and enable encryption at rest with managed keys. — The best approach is to use TLS in transit and encryption at rest with managed keys because the risk exists in two places: during transmission and after storage. TLS prevents interception while the files travel to the cloud, and at-rest encryption limits damage if credentials, disks, or object storage content are exposed. Managed keys provide a practical way to maintain strong protection without depending on ad hoc user handling. Why others are wrong: Password-protected archives and HTTP do not provide strong transport security. Renaming files only hides their names, not their contents. Private IP addresses reduce exposure but do not replace encryption, especially in hybrid environments where traffic may still cross untrusted networks or internal segments. The scenario needs protection both in motion and at rest.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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