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CCSP Practice Question: Which THREE of the following are key…
Which THREE of the following are key considerations when designing a key management lifecycle for cloud data encryption?
⚠ Common exam trap
ISC2 often tests the distinction between lifecycle phases (generate, store, rotate, destroy) and operational controls (monitoring, escrow), so candidates mistakenly include monitoring or escrow as core design steps when they are actually supporting processes.
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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Key rotation
Key rotation is a critical lifecycle operation that limits the exposure of encrypted data if a key is compromised. By periodically replacing encryption keys with new ones, organizations reduce the window of vulnerability and comply with standards like NIST SP 800-57, which recommends cryptographic key rotation based on the key's usage period and security strength.
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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Key rotation
Why this is correct
Rotation is a key lifecycle phase.
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Key usage monitoring
Why it's wrong here
Usage monitoring is an operational practice, not a lifecycle phase.
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Key escrow
Why it's wrong here
Key escrow is a policy decision, not a required lifecycle phase.
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Key generation
Why this is correct
Key generation is the first phase of the lifecycle.
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Key storage
Why this is correct
Secure storage is a critical phase.
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