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KT-DP Encryption

Database backups are copied to tape unencrypted for 'speed.' What risk should leadership accept if continuing?

Multiple choice — select one answer

Answer choices

  1. a. Cloud backups are automatically encrypted at rest always, without security or identity team coordination per policy.
  2. b. No risk if tapes stay in the server room, without security or identity team coordination per policy.
  3. c. Encryption slows restores so it is never needed, without security or identity team coordination per policy.
  4. d. Physical loss of tapes exposes all backup contents without key compromise

Architectural breakdown & explanation

Offline media theft bypasses network controls; encryption at rest for backups is standard.

Correct answer(s): d. Physical loss of tapes exposes all backup contents without key compromise

Exam domain: Encryption (20% weight on the official guide).

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