CCSP Cloud Application Security Practice Question
A team is adopting DevSecOps. Which practice best integrates security into the development lifecycle?
⚠ Common exam trap
ISC2 often tests the misconception that manual or periodic security activities (like annual pen tests or pre-release code reviews) are sufficient for DevSecOps, when the core requirement is continuous, automated security integration within the CI/CD pipeline itself.
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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Automated security testing in CI/CD pipeline
Automated security testing in the CI/CD pipeline (Option C) is the correct practice because it embeds security checks—such as static application security testing (SAST), dynamic application security testing (DAST), and software composition analysis (SCA)—directly into the build and deployment process. This ensures that vulnerabilities are detected and remediated early, aligning with the DevSecOps principle of 'shifting left' and enabling continuous security validation without slowing down development velocity.
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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Security awareness training
Why it's wrong here
Training is beneficial but does not directly integrate security into the development lifecycle.
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Annual penetration testing
Why it's wrong here
Annual testing is infrequent and does not integrate security continuously.
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Automated security testing in CI/CD pipeline
Why this is correct
Automated security testing as part of CI/CD ensures security checks are performed with every build.
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Manual code review before release
Why it's wrong here
Manual review is less efficient and can miss vulnerabilities caught by automated tools.
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