CCSP Cloud Data Security Practice Question
A company is planning to implement data classification for its cloud environment. Which TWO components are essential for an effective data classification scheme? (Select TWO.)
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Why each option matters
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A process to tag resources with the appropriate classification labels
A classification scheme with defined labels (e.g., public, internal, confidential, restricted) and a process for tagging resources with those labels are essential. Automated DLP scanning can enforce classification but is not essential for the scheme itself. Encryption and access controls are separate security controls.
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Encryption at rest for all classified data
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is a separate control, not part of classification scheme.
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A process to tag resources with the appropriate classification labels
Why this is correct
Tagging ensures resources are labeled correctly.
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Access control policies based on classification
Why it's wrong here
Access controls are downstream, not essential for the scheme.
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Automated DLP scanning to enforce classification
Why it's wrong here
DLP scanning enforces but is not essential for the scheme itself.
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A classification scheme with defined labels (e.g., public, internal, confidential, restricted)
Why this is correct
Defined labels are the foundation of a classification scheme.
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