CloudSec-Pro Practice Question: Cloud Security Fundamentals And Shared Responsibility
In AWS, what is the best way to grant a temporary role to an external third-party auditor without creating permanent IAM users?
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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Using an IAM Role with a trust policy
Using IAM Roles with 'AssumeRole' and an external ID is the standard, secure method for granting cross-account access.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Using an IAM Role with a trust policy
Why this is correct
This is the best practice for cross-account access.
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Creating an IAM user with long-term keys
Why it's wrong here
Long-term keys increase risk; use temporary roles.
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Giving them your root password
Why it's wrong here
Never share root credentials.
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Configuring a site-to-site VPN
Why it's wrong here
VPNs handle network connectivity, not IAM access.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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