CloudSec-Pro Practice Question: Cloud Security Fundamentals And Shared Responsibility
Which of the following is a core characteristic of cloud-native security?
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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Integrating security into the CI/CD pipeline
Cloud-native security is designed to be automated and integrated into the CI/CD pipeline, rather than treated as an afterthought.
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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Relying on manual configuration audits
Why it's wrong here
Manual audits do not scale with cloud-native velocity.
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Integrating security into the CI/CD pipeline
Why this is correct
DevSecOps/automation is a pillar of cloud-native security.
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Using only on-premises security appliances
Why it's wrong here
Cloud-native requires cloud-aware solutions.
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Focusing exclusively on perimeter security
Why it's wrong here
Perimeter security is insufficient for cloud-native environments.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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