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CCSP Practice Question: Which runtime security control monitors…
Which runtime security control monitors application behavior and can block attacks by analyzing application logic and context?
⚠ Common exam trap
The CCSP exam often tests the distinction between network-layer controls (WAF) and application-layer controls (RASP), and the trap here is that candidates mistakenly choose WAF because they think it 'analyzes application logic' when in fact WAFs rely on signatures and patterns, not runtime context.
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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Runtime application self-protection (RASP)
C is correct because Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP) is a security technology that is integrated into an application's runtime environment, allowing it to monitor actual application behavior and context (e.g., input validation, SQL queries, API calls) in real time. Unlike external controls, RASP can understand the application's logic and data flow, enabling it to block attacks such as SQL injection or command injection by analyzing the specific context of each request.
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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Web application firewall (WAF)
Why it's wrong here
WAF operates at the network layer and cannot analyze application logic deeply.
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Intrusion detection system (IDS)
Why it's wrong here
IDS monitors network traffic, not application context.
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Runtime application self-protection (RASP)
Why this is correct
RASP instruments the application runtime to detect and block attacks based on application logic.
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Static application security testing (SAST)
Why it's wrong here
SAST is a static analysis tool, not runtime.
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