Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 179

Modern web service systems are designed for high availability and resiliency. Which concept pertains to the ability to detect problems within a system, environment, or application and programmatically invoke redundant systems or processes for mitigation?

Answer options

• A. Elasticity
• B. Redundancy
• C. Fault tolerance
• D. Automation

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Fault tolerance, as it specifically refers to a system's ability to continue functioning in the event of a fault by utilizing backup systems. Elasticity refers to the ability to scale resources dynamically, Redundancy involves having extra components that are not actively used unless needed, and Automation relates to the use of technology to manage processes with minimal human intervention.