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CCSP Practice Question: A cloud security team wants to integrate security…
A cloud security team wants to integrate security testing early in the development lifecycle to reduce vulnerabilities. Which approach best describes this concept?
⚠ Common exam trap
ISC2 often tests the distinction between runtime controls (RASP, WAF) and lifecycle integration practices (shift-left), so candidates mistakenly choose a runtime tool because they associate 'security testing' with active monitoring rather than early development phases.
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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Shift-left security
Shift-left security is the practice of integrating security testing and controls early in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), such as during design and coding phases, rather than waiting until deployment. This proactive approach reduces vulnerabilities by catching flaws when they are cheaper and easier to fix, aligning with DevSecOps principles.
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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Runtime application self-protection (RASP)
Why it's wrong here
RASP is a runtime security control, not an early integration approach.
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Software bill of materials (SBOM)
Why it's wrong here
SBOM is a list of components, not an approach to early security integration.
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Web application firewall (WAF)
Why it's wrong here
WAF is a network-level security control, not a development lifecycle integration.
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Shift-left security
Why this is correct
Shift-left security refers to integrating security early in the SDLC, which aligns with the question.
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