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CAS-005 · Question #96

A security architect for a global organization with a distributed workforce recently received funding lo deploy a CASB solution. Which of the following most likely explains the choice to use a…

The correct answer is A. The capability to block unapproved applications and services is possible. A proxy-based CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) allows the organization to inspect and control cloud traffic in real-time, providing the capability to block unapproved applications and services. This solution is effective for enforcing security policies and ensuring…

Submitted by andreas_gr· Mar 6, 2026Security Architecture

Question

A security architect for a global organization with a distributed workforce recently received funding lo deploy a CASB solution. Which of the following most likely explains the choice to use a proxy- based CASB?

Options

  • AThe capability to block unapproved applications and services is possible
  • BPrivacy compliance obligations are bypassed when using a user-based deployment
  • CProtecting and regularly rotating API secret keys requires a significant time commitment
  • DCorporate devices cannot receive certificates when not connected to on-premises devices

How the community answered

(37 responses)
  • A
    70% (26)
  • B
    5% (2)
  • C
    5% (2)
  • D
    19% (7)

Explanation

A proxy-based CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) allows the organization to inspect and control cloud traffic in real-time, providing the capability to block unapproved applications and services. This solution is effective for enforcing security policies and ensuring compliance across a distributed workforce by intercepting cloud traffic and applying security controls.

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