Match each cloud security tool to its primary purpose.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Cloud security posture management
Cloud workload protection platform
Cloud access security broker
Security information and event management
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
CSPM: Configures and monitors cloud services for compliance with security best practices.
These tools address different aspects of cloud security; CSPM focuses on configuration, CWPP on workloads.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
CSPM: Configures and monitors cloud services for compliance with security best practices.
Why this is correct
CSPM stands for Cloud Security Posture Management, which focuses on assessing and managing cloud configurations and compliance.
CWPP: Provides threat detection and response for cloud workloads across environments.
Why this is correct
CWPP stands for Cloud Workload Protection Platform, designed to secure workloads such as VMs and containers.
CASB: Enforces security policies for cloud application access and data sharing.
Why this is correct
CASB stands for Cloud Access Security Broker, which controls access and protects sensitive data in cloud apps.
CSPM: Protects cloud workloads from malware and vulnerabilities.
Why it's wrong here
This describes CWPP, not CSPM. CSPM deals with configuration compliance, not workload threat protection.
CWPP: Controls access to cloud applications and monitors user activity.
Why it's wrong here
This describes CASB, not CWPP. CWPP focuses on workload security, not access control.
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