CCSP Free Practice Test

- (Exam Topic 1)
Which data formats are most commonly used with the REST API?

1. A. JSON and SAML
2. B. XML and SAML
3. C. XML and JSON
4. D. SAML and HTML

Correct Answer: C
JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) and Extensible Markup Language (XML) are the most commonly used data formats for the Representational State Transfer (REST) API, and are typically implemented with caching for increased scalability and performance.

- (Exam Topic 2)
Which of the following is a restriction that can be enforced by information rights management (IRM) that is not possible for traditional file system controls?

1. A. Delete
2. B. Modify
3. C. Read
4. D. Print

Correct Answer: D
IRM allows an organization to control who can print a set of information. This is not be possible under traditional file system controls, where if a user can read a file, they are able to print it as well.

- (Exam Topic 1)
Which of the following is considered an internal redundancy for a data center?

1. A. Power distribution units
2. B. Network circuits
3. C. Power substations
4. D. Generators

Correct Answer: A
Power distribution units are internal to a data center and supply power to internal components such as racks, appliances, and cooling systems. As such, they are considered an internal redundancy.

- (Exam Topic 4)
Which of the following concepts is NOT one of the core components to an encryption system architecture?

1. A. Software
2. B. Network
3. C. Keys
4. D. Data

Correct Answer: B
The network utilized is not one of the key components of an encryption system architecture. In fact, a network is not even required for encryption systems or the processing and protection of data. The data, software used for the encryption engine itself, and the keys used to implement the encryption are all core components of an encryption system architecture.

- (Exam Topic 4)
Which ITIL component focuses on ensuring that system resources, processes, and personnel are properly allocated to meet SLA requirements?

1. A. Continuity management
2. B. Availability management
3. C. Configuration management
4. D. Problem management

Correct Answer: B
Availability management is focused on making sure system resources, processes, personnel, and toolsets are properly allocated and secured to meet SLA requirements. Continuity management (or business continuity management) is focused on planning for the successful restoration of systems or services after an unexpected outage, incident, or disaster. Configuration management tracks and maintains detailed information about all IT components within an organization. Problem management is focused on identifying and mitigating known problems and deficiencies before they occur.