CCSP · Question #824
CCSP Question #824: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is C: Hardened perimeter devices. Comprehensive training programs, skills and knowledge testing, and aggressive background checks are all countermeasures focused on the human element of insider threats - ensuring personnel are qualified, vetted, and aware of their responsibilities. 'Hardened perimeter devices' (f
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Countermeasures for protecting cloud operations against internal threats include all of the following except:
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- AExtensive and comprehensive training programs, including initial, recurring, and refresher
- BSkills and knowledge testing
- CHardened perimeter devices
- DAggressive background checks
Explanation
Comprehensive training programs, skills and knowledge testing, and aggressive background checks are all countermeasures focused on the human element of insider threats - ensuring personnel are qualified, vetted, and aware of their responsibilities. 'Hardened perimeter devices' (firewalls, IDS/IPS, edge security appliances) are technical controls designed to defend against external attackers attempting to breach the network boundary. They do not address the insider threat vector, where the attacker already has legitimate access inside the perimeter.
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