Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) — Question 178

Which statement best describes the options for PaaS encryption?

Answer options

• A. PaaS is very diverse and may include client/application, database, and proxy encryption as well as other options.
• B. PaaS is strictly limited to client/application, database and proxy encryption.
• C. PaaS is sensitive to application updates and therefore must be constantly refreshed with relevant keys.
• D. PaaS is very diverse and would most likely include file/folder and instance-managed encryption.
• E. PaaS is limited to public networks.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, highlights the variety of encryption methods available in PaaS, which encompasses more than just client/application, database, and proxy encryption. Options B and E incorrectly limit the scope of PaaS encryption methods. Option C focuses on the need for key updates but does not address the variety of encryption options, while option D introduces types of encryption that are less common in PaaS offerings.