ISC Identity And Access Management Architecture Practice Question
What is the purpose of 'Claims Transformation' in an Identity Provider?
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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To convert user attributes from one format to another.
Claims transformation allows the IdP to map or modify attributes from a source directory (like AD) into a format expected by the target application (SAML/OIDC).
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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To encrypt the entire user session.
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is handled by TLS/token signing.
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To authenticate users against multiple directories simultaneously.
Why it's wrong here
This is usually handled by identity federation/virtualization.
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To store authentication logs in a central repository.
Why it's wrong here
Logging is a separate function.
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To convert user attributes from one format to another.
Why this is correct
This enables interoperability between systems with different schema requirements.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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