CCSP · Question #629
In order to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, which phase of the cloud data lifecycle must be tested regularly?
The correct answer is A. Archive. Many regulatory frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, SOX, GDPR) mandate that data be retained for specific periods and that archived data remain accessible, intact, and retrievable when needed (such as for audits or legal holds). If archival processes are not regularly tested, an…
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In order to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, which phase of the cloud data lifecycle must be tested regularly?
Options
- AArchive
- BShare
- CStore
- DDestroy
How the community answered
(36 responses)- A94% (34)
- B3% (1)
- D3% (1)
Explanation
Many regulatory frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, SOX, GDPR) mandate that data be retained for specific periods and that archived data remain accessible, intact, and retrievable when needed (such as for audits or legal holds). If archival processes are not regularly tested, an organization may discover - too late - that archived data is corrupted, inaccessible, or incomplete. Regular testing of the Archive phase validates that retention policies are functioning, that data can be successfully restored, and that the organization can demonstrate compliance during an audit or investigation. The other phases are important but archival integrity is the most critical for ongoing regulatory compliance.
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