CCSP Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security Practice Question
A cloud architect is designing a defense-in-depth strategy for a containerized application. Which THREE practices should be implemented to secure the container supply chain?
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Why each option matters
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Sign images using Cosign
Image signing, vulnerability scanning, and using immutable tags are key supply chain security practices. Using the 'latest' tag is risky, and running containers as root is insecure.
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Sign images using Cosign
Why this is correct
Image signing ensures authenticity and integrity.
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Always use the 'latest' tag for base images
Why it's wrong here
The 'latest' tag is mutable and may introduce vulnerabilities.
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Run containers with root privileges by default
Why it's wrong here
Running as root increases risk; use non-root users.
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Use immutable image tags (e.g., commit hash)
Why this is correct
Immutable tags prevent accidental use of compromised images.
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Scan images for CVEs with Trivy
Why this is correct
Vulnerability scanning identifies known security issues.
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