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CPA · Question 02 · Area I: Information Systems
During a review of a client's cloud governance structure, an auditor notes that the client uses a public cloud provider for customer-facing web applications but keeps sensitive financial data on a private on-premise server. The two environments are connected via an encrypted VPN. Which deployment model is this client utilizing?
During a review of a client's cloud governance structure, an auditor notes that the client uses a public cloud provider for customer-facing web applications but keeps sensitive financial data on a private on-premise server. The two environments are connected via an encrypted VPN. Which deployment model is this client utilizing?
Answer options:
A.
Community Cloud
B.
Multi-Cloud
C.
Hybrid Cloud
D.
Distributed Cloud
How to approach this question
Look for the combination of two distinct deployment types (Public + Private) working together.
Full Answer
C.Hybrid Cloud✓ Correct
C
A hybrid cloud connects a private cloud (or on-premise infrastructure) with a public cloud, allowing data and applications to be shared between them.
Common mistakes
Confusing Multi-cloud (using AWS and Azure) with Hybrid (using AWS and On-prem).
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