PCNE Implementing VPC Instances Practice Question
A company wants to restrict which Google Cloud APIs can be accessed by its VMs in a specific project. They also want to prevent data exfiltration. Which service should they use?
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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VPC Service Controls
VPC Service Controls allow you to create service perimeters that restrict access to Google Cloud APIs and prevent data exfiltration.
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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Cloud NAT
Why it's wrong here
Cloud NAT provides outbound internet, not API restrictions.
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Private Google Access
Why it's wrong here
Private Google Access allows access to Google APIs but does not restrict which APIs.
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VPC Service Controls
Why this is correct
VPC Service Controls enforce perimeters around APIs to prevent data exfiltration.
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IAM Conditions
Why it's wrong here
IAM Conditions control access based on attributes but are not designed for data exfiltration prevention.
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