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CCSP Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are best practices for…
Which TWO of the following are best practices for monitoring a cloud environment to detect security incidents?
⚠ Common exam trap
ISC2 often tests the misconception that 'more logs are always better' (Option C) or that manual reviews are sufficient, when in reality, automated correlation and threshold-based alerting are required for effective incident detection in cloud environments.
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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Centralize logs from all cloud services into a single analytics platform.
Centralizing logs from all cloud services into a single analytics platform (e.g., SIEM like Splunk or AWS Security Hub) enables correlation across disparate data sources, which is essential for detecting multi-vector attacks. This practice aligns with the NIST SP 800-92 log management guidelines and the CCSP domain of Cloud Security Operations, as it provides a unified view for threat detection and incident response.
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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Centralize logs from all cloud services into a single analytics platform.
Why this is correct
Centralization allows correlation across services for better detection.
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Set up automated alerts based on defined thresholds for key security metrics.
Why this is correct
Automated alerts enable prompt response to potential incidents.
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Enable all available log sources to ensure complete visibility.
Why it's wrong here
Enabling all logs without filtering leads to alert fatigue and high costs.
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Monitor only network flow logs to reduce data volume.
Why it's wrong here
Focusing only on network logs misses important activity like API calls.
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Conduct manual log reviews on a weekly basis to identify anomalies.
Why it's wrong here
Manual reviews are not scalable and often miss incidents.
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