Exam CCAK topic 1 question 243 discussion

The results of third-party audits and certification should be relied on when analyzing and assessing cybersecurity risks in the cloud primarily because: C. To contrast the risk generated by the loss of control Third-party audits and certifications provide an independent assessment of a cloud service provider's security controls, helping organizations mitigate the risk associated with the loss of direct control over their IT environment. These assessments offer assurance that the provider meets industry standards and best practices for security and compliance, thereby allowing the organization to evaluate the risks more accurately and make informed decisions about their cloud adoption strategy. By relying on these third-party evaluations, organizations can gain confidence in the security posture of their cloud providers, despite the inherent loss of control that comes with using external services.