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CCSP Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are primary…
Which TWO of the following are primary responsibilities of a cloud service customer under the shared responsibility model regarding compliance with regulations such as GDPR?
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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Implementing data encryption for sensitive data at rest
The customer is responsible for data encryption and access controls (C and E). Physical security and penetration testing are provider responsibilities. Verifying certifications is a customer due diligence task but not a primary responsibility compared to direct data protection measures.
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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Conducting annual penetration tests on the provider's infrastructure
Why it's wrong here
Testing provider infrastructure is the provider's responsibility.
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Ensuring the cloud provider's physical security controls are adequate
Why it's wrong here
Physical security is the provider's responsibility under the shared model.
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Implementing data encryption for sensitive data at rest
Why this is correct
Data encryption is typically a customer control to protect data.
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Verifying the provider's compliance certifications are current
Why it's wrong here
While advisable, it is a secondary due diligence activity, not a primary responsibility.
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Configuring access controls for their own user accounts
Why this is correct
Customers control access to their own accounts and data.
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