Certificate of Cloud Auditing Knowledge (CCAK) — Question 137

A hypervisor bug that results in the access of RAM of a neighboring cloud computer belonging to another cloud customer is an example of which of the following?

Answer options

• A. Incomplete data deletion
• B. Interface compromise
• C. Shadow IT
• D. Isolation failure

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, Isolation failure, as it refers to the inability of a hypervisor to keep virtual machines securely separated. The other options do not relate to this scenario; A pertains to data not being fully erased, B involves weaknesses in user interfaces, and C deals with unauthorized technology use outside of IT's control.