CCSP Cloud Data Security Practice Question
A cloud security architect is designing access controls for a cloud storage bucket that contains sensitive customer data. The architect needs to implement a solution that provides granular, time-limited access to specific objects for external auditors. Which TWO methods should the architect consider? (Select TWO.)
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Why each option matters
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Signed URLs
Pre-signed URLs and signed URLs are both used to grant time-limited access to specific objects without requiring the user to have cloud credentials. IAM roles provide broader access. Bucket policies provide blanket access. Access keys are long-lived.
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Bucket policies
Why it's wrong here
Bucket policies apply to all objects and may not be time-limited.
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Signed URLs
Why this is correct
Signed URLs are similar to pre-signed URLs, providing time-limited access.
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IAM roles
Why it's wrong here
IAM roles grant broader access to all objects in the bucket.
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Access keys
Why it's wrong here
Access keys are long-lived and not suitable for temporary access.
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Pre-signed URLs
Why this is correct
Pre-signed URLs grant time-limited access to a specific object.
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