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CCSP Practice Question: A cloud security administrator is reviewing the…
A cloud security administrator is reviewing the security controls for a SaaS application. Which of the following are typically the responsibility of the cloud customer (tenant) in a SaaS model? (Choose two.)
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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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Managing user access and identity
In a SaaS model, the customer is responsible for managing user access and identity (B) and data classification and encryption at rest (E). The provider handles physical security (A), network infrastructure security (C), and patching the underlying operating system (D).
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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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Physical security of data center
Why it's wrong here
Physical security is the provider's responsibility.
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Managing user access and identity
Why this is correct
Customers control user identities and access permissions.
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Network infrastructure security
Why it's wrong here
The provider secures the network infrastructure.
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Patching the underlying operating system
Why it's wrong here
The SaaS provider patches the underlying OS.
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Data classification and encryption at rest
Why this is correct
Customers are responsible for classifying their data and implementing encryption.
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