CSA Cert CCSK Practice Exams
Last updated on Oct 22,2026- Exam Code: CCSK
- Exam Name: Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge
- Certification Provider: CSA Cert
- Latest update: Oct 22,2026
Question #131
Which of the following best describes a primary focus of cloud governance with an emphasis on security?
- A . Enhancing user experience with intuitive interfaces.
- B . Maximizing cost savings through resource optimization.
- C . Increasing scalability and flexibility of cloud solutions.
- D . Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Cloud governance focuses on security, risk management, and compliance to ensure data protection, audit readiness, and regulatory adherence.
Key Elements of Cloud Security Governance:
Regulatory Compliance:
Organizations must comply with GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001.
Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) helps enforce compliance automatically.
Security Policies & Controls:
Cloud governance frameworks include IAM (Identity and Access Management), encryption policies, and workload isolation.
Organizations must standardize security settings across multiple cloud environments.
Audit & Risk Management:
Implement continuous monitoring, security logging, and forensic readiness. Risk-based access control policies ensure data security across workloads. Data Protection & Privacy:
Enforcing cloud-native security frameworks (e.g., Zero Trust, CASB, SIEM).
Data retention, access control, and incident response are essential governance practices.
This is covered in:
CCSK v5 – Security Guidance v4.0, Domain 2 (Governance and Risk Management)
Cloud Security Alliance’s Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) – Cloud Governance and Compliance Standards
D
Explanation:
Cloud governance focuses on security, risk management, and compliance to ensure data protection, audit readiness, and regulatory adherence.
Key Elements of Cloud Security Governance:
Regulatory Compliance:
Organizations must comply with GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001.
Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) helps enforce compliance automatically.
Security Policies & Controls:
Cloud governance frameworks include IAM (Identity and Access Management), encryption policies, and workload isolation.
Organizations must standardize security settings across multiple cloud environments.
Audit & Risk Management:
Implement continuous monitoring, security logging, and forensic readiness. Risk-based access control policies ensure data security across workloads. Data Protection & Privacy:
Enforcing cloud-native security frameworks (e.g., Zero Trust, CASB, SIEM).
Data retention, access control, and incident response are essential governance practices.
This is covered in:
CCSK v5 – Security Guidance v4.0, Domain 2 (Governance and Risk Management)
Cloud Security Alliance’s Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) – Cloud Governance and Compliance Standards
Question #132
CCM: The following list of controls belong to which domain of the CCM?
GRM 06 C Policy
GRM 07 C Policy Enforcement
GRM 08 C Policy Impact on Risk Assessments
GRM 09 C Policy Reviews
GRM 10 C Risk Assessments
GRM 11 C Risk Management Framework
- A . Governance and Retention Management
- B . Governance and Risk Management
- C . Governing and Risk Metrics
Correct Answer: B
Question #133
What is a key consideration when handling cloud security incidents?
- A . Monitoring network traffic
- B . Focusing on technical fixes
- C . Cloud service provider service level agreements
- D . Hiring additional staff
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
SLAs play a key role in cloud incident management as they define response expectations and support arrangements between CSPs and CSCs.
Reference: [CCSK Study Guide, Domain 11 – Incident Response]
C
Explanation:
SLAs play a key role in cloud incident management as they define response expectations and support arrangements between CSPs and CSCs.
Reference: [CCSK Study Guide, Domain 11 – Incident Response]
Question #134
A defining set of rules composed of claims and attributes of the entities in a transaction, which is used to determine their level of access to cloud-based resources is called what?
- A . An entitlement matrix
- B . A support table
- C . An entry log
- D . A validation process
- E . An access log
Correct Answer: D
Question #135
In the context of FaaS, what is primarily defined in addition to functions?
- A . Data storage
- B . Network configurations
- C . User permissions
- D . Trigger events
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
In the context of Function as a Service (FaaS), trigger events are primarily defined in addition to the functions themselves. FaaS allows you to run individual functions in response to events, such as HTTP requests, file uploads, database changes, or messages in a queue. These trigger events initiate the execution of the serverless function, making them a core part of FaaS architecture.
Data storage is not directly defined by FaaS, as storage is typically managed separately (e.g., cloud storage or databases). Network configurations are not the main focus of FaaS, since cloud providers manage the underlying network infrastructure. User permissions may be relevant but are typically handled through identity and access management (IAM), not directly tied to the definition of a FaaS function.
D
Explanation:
In the context of Function as a Service (FaaS), trigger events are primarily defined in addition to the functions themselves. FaaS allows you to run individual functions in response to events, such as HTTP requests, file uploads, database changes, or messages in a queue. These trigger events initiate the execution of the serverless function, making them a core part of FaaS architecture.
Data storage is not directly defined by FaaS, as storage is typically managed separately (e.g., cloud storage or databases). Network configurations are not the main focus of FaaS, since cloud providers manage the underlying network infrastructure. User permissions may be relevant but are typically handled through identity and access management (IAM), not directly tied to the definition of a FaaS function.
Question #136
In a cloud context, what does entitlement refer to in relation to a user’s permissions?
- A . The authentication methods a user is required to use when accessing the cloud environment.
- B . The level of technical support a user is entitled to from the cloud service provider.
- C . The resources or services a user is granted permission to access in the cloud environment.
- D . The ability for a user to grant access permissions to other users in the cloud environment.
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
In a cloud context, entitlement refers to the specific resources or services a user is granted permission to access based on their roles or permissions. This includes access to applications, data, or cloud services, and is typically managed through Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems, which define what users can do and what they can access within the cloud environment.
C
Explanation:
In a cloud context, entitlement refers to the specific resources or services a user is granted permission to access based on their roles or permissions. This includes access to applications, data, or cloud services, and is typically managed through Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems, which define what users can do and what they can access within the cloud environment.
Question #137
What of the following is NOT an essential characteristic of cloud computing?
- A . Broad Network Access
- B . Measured Service
- C . Third Party Service
- D . Rapid Elasticity
- E . Resource Pooling
Correct Answer: C
Question #138
Why is a service type of network typically isolated on different hardware?
- A . It requires distinct access controls
- B . It manages resource pools for cloud consumers
- C . It has distinct functions from other networks
- D . It manages the traffic between other networks
- E . It requires unique security
Correct Answer: D
Question #139
When mapping functions to lifecycle phases, which functions are required to successfully process data?
- A . Create, Store, Use, and Share
- B . Create and Store
- C . Create and Use
- D . Create, Store, and Use
- E . Create, Use, Store, and Delete
Correct Answer: A
Question #140
Which of the following is a primary purpose of establishing cloud risk registries?
- A . In order to establish cloud service level agreements
- B . To monitor real-lime cloud performance
- C . To manage and update cloud account credentials
- D . Identify and manage risks associated with cloud services
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
A cloud risk registry is primarily used to identify and manage risks associated with cloud services. It serves as a tool for documenting, tracking, and assessing potential risks to the organization that arise from using cloud services. This includes risks related to security, compliance, availability, and performance. The risk registry helps organizations prioritize and mitigate these risks effectively to ensure the security and resilience of their cloud infrastructure.
Establishing SLAs is related to cloud contract management but not the primary purpose of a risk registry. Monitoring real-time cloud performance is a performance monitoring task, not the focus of a risk registry. Managing cloud account credentials is an aspect of identity and access management,
not related to risk registries.
D
Explanation:
A cloud risk registry is primarily used to identify and manage risks associated with cloud services. It serves as a tool for documenting, tracking, and assessing potential risks to the organization that arise from using cloud services. This includes risks related to security, compliance, availability, and performance. The risk registry helps organizations prioritize and mitigate these risks effectively to ensure the security and resilience of their cloud infrastructure.
Establishing SLAs is related to cloud contract management but not the primary purpose of a risk registry. Monitoring real-time cloud performance is a performance monitoring task, not the focus of a risk registry. Managing cloud account credentials is an aspect of identity and access management,
not related to risk registries.