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CRISC Practice Question: A multinational corporation is migrating critical…
A multinational corporation is migrating critical applications to a public cloud provider. The IT risk manager needs to design a risk assessment approach that addresses shared responsibility. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate approach?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to assume the cloud provider is fully responsible for all security, overlooking the customer's contractual and operational obligations under the shared responsibility model, which is a core CRISC concept for cloud risk assessments.
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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Map controls to the shared responsibility model and assess both sides
In a public cloud shared responsibility model, the cloud provider secures the infrastructure (e.g., physical security, hypervisor), while the customer secures their data, configurations, and access controls. Option D is correct because it requires mapping each control to the specific party responsible (customer vs. provider) and assessing both sides, ensuring no gaps in coverage. This approach aligns with the CSA Cloud Controls Matrix and NIST SP 800-146, which mandate joint accountability.
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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Assess only the cloud provider's security controls
Why it's wrong here
The organization retains responsibility for data, access management, and configuration.
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Assume that the provider's controls cover all risks
Why it's wrong here
Inherited controls must be verified and supplemented as needed.
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Perform a data leakage risk assessment for each application
Why it's wrong here
Too narrow; a full assessment should cover availability, compliance, and other risks.
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Map controls to the shared responsibility model and assess both sides
Why this is correct
This ensures all areas are covered according to the provider's model.
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