CCSP Cloud Data Security Practice Question
A company uses a cloud KMS service with an HSM backing for key storage. The security policy requires that keys be rotated automatically every 90 days and that old keys be retained for at least one year to decrypt archived data. Which key management feature should be configured to meet these requirements?
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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Key versioning with rotation schedule
Key rotation schedules and key version management allow automatic rotation and retention of old key versions for decryption of older data.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Key hierarchy with root key separation
Why it's wrong here
Key hierarchy does not automatically manage rotation.
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Key versioning with rotation schedule
Why this is correct
Key versioning allows automatic rotation and retention of old versions.
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Key policy with conditions for automatic rotation
Why it's wrong here
Key policy defines permissions, not rotation.
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Key import with manual rotation
Why it's wrong here
Manual rotation is not automatic and may not retain old keys.
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