CCSP Cloud Data Security Practice Question
A company is required by a data sovereignty law to ensure that all data generated by its EU customers is stored and processed within the EU. The company uses a cloud provider with data centers in multiple regions. Which cloud storage configuration should they implement?
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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Select a cloud region located in the EU and disable cross-region replication.
Data residency is achieved by choosing a specific geographic region (e.g., EU) for storage and processing. Cross-region replication would copy data to other regions, potentially violating sovereignty. Data classification and encryption help protect data but do not restrict location.
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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Enable cross-region replication to a region in the same country.
Why it's wrong here
Replication may still create copies outside the EU if the secondary region is not in the EU.
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Select a cloud region located in the EU and disable cross-region replication.
Why this is correct
Choosing an EU region and disabling replication ensures data stays in the EU.
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Use client-side encryption for all EU data.
Why it's wrong here
Encryption does not control where data is stored.
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Apply data classification labels to all EU data.
Why it's wrong here
Labels do not enforce geographic storage.
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