EMC D-ZT-DS-23 Actual Free Exam Questions & Community Discussion

Exam Code/Number: D-ZT-DS-23
Exam Name/Title: Zero Trust Design 2023
Certification Provider: EMC
Corresponding Certification: Dell Security

Exam Questions: 158
Updated On: May 29, 2026

Question #34

What principle is essential when applying hybrid Zero Trust security controls?

A. Applying less stringent controls on-premises to ease the user experience

B. Harmonizing security controls across cloud and on-premises to prevent gaps

C. Focusing security controls exclusively around high-value assets and ignoring others

D. Ensuring all security controls are cloud-based for efficiency

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question #35

How does the concept of least privilege apply in a hybrid Zero Trust framework?

A. Access rights are strictly based on job titles, not current needs or context.

B. It is only applicable to on-premises resources.

C. Users and devices are granted the minimum necessary access across both environments.

D. Users are given blanket access to improve productivity.

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question #36

A large bank is looking to increase their security posture. The leaders make decisions to work on gap analysis and their environment capabilities.
Which phase of Zero Trust Implementation is being worked on?

A. Technical and Business Discovery

B. Architecture Design

C. Policy Design

D. Architecture Optimization

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question #37

How does identity-based Zero Trust enhance security for remote access?

A. Through the use of biometrics and behavioral analytics for continuous authentication

B. By allowing remote access without additional authentication to improve user experience

C. By completely blocking remote access to minimize risk

D. Using the same security protocols for remote and on-premises users without differentiation

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #38

How does microsegmentation support Zero Trust in network design?

A. By eliminating the need for encryption.

B. By allowing unrestricted lateral movement within the network.

C. By isolating workloads and minimizing the attack surface.

D. By reducing the network's overall complexity.

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

Question #39

Which type of Zero Trust Network Access requires the installation of a device agent or local software agent?

A. Endpoint Initiated

B. Service Initiated

C. Cloud Initiated

D. Directly Managed

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #40

Which practices are critical when applying Zero Trust principles to cloud security?
(Select two)

A. Ensuring physical security of cloud data centers only

B. Leveraging cloud-native security features for comprehensive visibility

C. Implementing strong data governance and classification policies

D. Using a common security model across on-premises and cloud environments

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B,C Vote an answer

Question #41

What role does multifactor authentication (MFA) play in an identity-based Zero Trust architecture?

A. MFA is the cornerstone for verifying user identities and enforcing access controls.

B. It is an optional feature for users who request extra security.

C. Considered redundant and not necessary in a Zero Trust model.

D. Used only for high-privilege users, while others rely on passwords.

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #42

How many foundational pillars does the Zero Trust model typically include?

A. Five

B. Two

C. Seven

D. Three

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #43

What is the correct order for the CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model Journey?

A. Optimal, Initial, Advanced, and Traditional

B. Traditional, Initial, Advanced, and Optimal

C. Initial, Traditional, Optimal, and Advanced

D. Advanced, Optimal, Traditional, and Initial

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

Question #44

What is a foundational principle of designing a data-centric Zero Trust architecture?

A. Limiting data access to senior management only

B. Avoiding the use of multi-factor authentication due to inconvenience

C. Data encryption both at rest and in transit

D. Centralizing all data in a single storage location for easier access

Discussion 0

Correct Answer: C Vote an answer

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