CCSP Cloud Data Security Practice Question
An organization is implementing a data loss prevention (DLP) solution to protect sensitive data in cloud storage. Which TWO of the following are capabilities of a cloud DLP service? (Select TWO.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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De-identification transforms such as masking and tokenization
Cloud DLP services can scan data for sensitive patterns (like credit card numbers) and apply de-identification transforms to redact or mask data. They do not manage encryption keys or automate backup.
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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Automatic encryption key rotation
Why it's wrong here
Key rotation is a key management function, not DLP.
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Enforcing multi-factor authentication
Why it's wrong here
MFA is an access control, not DLP.
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De-identification transforms such as masking and tokenization
Why this is correct
DLP can apply transforms to obscure sensitive data.
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Inspection of data for sensitive information types
Why this is correct
DLP can inspect data for PII, credit card numbers, etc.
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Automated backup of sensitive data
Why it's wrong here
Backup is a separate function from DLP.
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