CCSP Cloud Data Security Practice Question
A company is required to encrypt all data in transit between its on-premises data center and its cloud environment. They have a hybrid cloud setup and need a secure tunnel for all traffic. Which solution 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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VPN connection
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) creates an encrypted tunnel between the on-premises network and the cloud VPC, ensuring all traffic in transit is encrypted.
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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Client-side encryption
Why it's wrong here
Client-side encryption encrypts data before transit, but does not provide a secure tunnel.
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Pre-signed URLs
Why it's wrong here
Pre-signed URLs control access, not encryption of transit.
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VPN connection
Why this is correct
VPN provides an encrypted tunnel for all hybrid traffic.
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TLS 1.2+ for all API calls
Why it's wrong here
TLS protects API calls but not all network traffic between data centers.
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