CCSP Cloud Data Security Practice Question
An organization must implement encryption for data in transit between its on-premises data center and a cloud provider. The data is sensitive and the organization requires a dedicated, encrypted tunnel. Which solution should be used?
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) provides a dedicated, encrypted tunnel for hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud.
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 before upload
Why it's wrong here
Client-side encryption does not protect data in transit between endpoints.
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TLS 1.2 for API communication
Why it's wrong here
TLS secures individual API calls, not a dedicated tunnel for bulk data transfer.
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VPN connection
Why this is correct
VPN creates an encrypted tunnel over the internet for secure connectivity.
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Cloud KMS for key exchange
Why it's wrong here
KMS manages keys, not transit encryption.
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