Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 176

Key maintenance and security are paramount within a cloud environment due to the widespread use of encryption for both data and transmissions.
Which of the following key-management systems would provide the most robust control over and ownership of the key-management processes for the cloud customer?

Answer options

• A. Remote key management service
• B. Local key management service
• C. Client key management service
• D. Internal key management service

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The Client key management service allows the cloud customer to have the highest level of control and ownership over their key-management processes, ensuring customized security measures. In contrast, the Remote, Local, and Internal key management services may not provide the same level of direct oversight and may involve third-party management, which can reduce control.