Cloud-Security-Engineer Identity And Access Security Practice Question
Which TWO actions are considered core best practices for securing cloud IAM identities and credentials? (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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Enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all human users
Enabling MFA and enforcing regular credential rotation are foundational IAM security best practices.
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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Sharing root account credentials among all team members for convenience
Why it's wrong here
Sharing root credentials violates basic security principles.
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Enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all human users
Why this is correct
MFA adds an essential layer of security beyond passwords.
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Rotating access keys and passwords on a regular schedule
Why this is correct
Regular rotation limits the lifespan of compromised credentials.
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Disabling AWS CloudTrail across all regions
Why it's wrong here
Disabling CloudTrail destroys audit visibility and security logging.
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Granting full administrative access to all developer accounts
Why it's wrong here
Full access violates the principle of least privilege.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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