Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 177

When using an IaaS solution, what is the capability provided to the customer?

Answer options

• A. To provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources when the consumer is able to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include OSs and applications.
• B. To provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources when the auditor is able to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include OSs and applications.
• C. To provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources when the provider is able to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include OSs and applications.
• D. To provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources when the consumer is not able to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include OSs and applications.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, accurately describes the ability of consumers to provision resources and run their own software in an IaaS environment. Options B and C incorrectly state that either an auditor or the provider has the capability to deploy software, which contradicts the consumer-centric nature of IaaS. Option D is also incorrect as it implies consumers cannot deploy software, which is not the case in IaaS.