CloudSec-Pro Practice Question: Data Protection And Incident Response IN Cloud
Which TWO of the following are essential components of a cloud incident response plan?
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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Preparation and Planning
Preparation and Detection/Analysis are fundamental stages of any standard incident response framework.
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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Preparation and Planning
Why this is correct
Planning is critical for effective response.
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Increasing developer salaries
Why it's wrong here
HR functions are not part of incident response.
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Disabling all cloud services
Why it's wrong here
This causes a denial of service.
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Detection and Analysis
Why this is correct
Identifying and analyzing the incident is essential.
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Purchasing new cloud hardware
Why it's wrong here
Hardware procurement is not part of incident response.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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