Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) — Question 437

Cryptographic keys should be secured ________________ .

Answer options

• A. To a level at least as high as the data they can decrypt
• B. In vaults
• C. With two-person integrity
• D. By armed guards

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, emphasizes that cryptographic keys must be secured to the same level of protection as the data they decrypt to prevent unauthorized access. Option B, while suggesting physical security, does not address the level of protection required. Options C and D also suggest security measures but do not align with the specific requirement of matching the security level to that of the data.