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GIAC GDSA

GDSA

Exam Code: GDSA

Exam Name: GIAC Defensible Security Architect

Updated: Oct 05, 2026

Q & A: 184 Questions and Answers

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GIAC GDSA Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionObjectives
Topic 1: Network Proxies and Firewalls- Perimeter Security
  • 1. Traffic Filtering
  • 2. Proxy Services
  • 3. Firewall Architectures
Topic 2: Fundamental Layer 3 Defense- IP Network Security
  • 1. Traffic Control
  • 2. Segmentation Strategies
  • 3. Routing Security
Topic 3: Layer 1 and Layer 2 Defense- Network Infrastructure Security
  • 1. Network Access Control
  • 2. Switch Security
  • 3. Physical Layer Security
Topic 4: Network Defenses- Threat Mitigation
  • 1. Intrusion Detection
  • 2. Intrusion Prevention
  • 3. Network Monitoring
Topic 5: Cloud-based Security Architecture- Cloud Security Concepts
  • 1. Cloud Delivery Models
  • 2. Container Security
  • 3. Securing Hypervisors
  • 4. Network Segmentation
Topic 6: Zero Trust Fundamentals- Zero Trust Principles
  • 1. Continuous Verification
  • 2. Identity-Centric Security
  • 3. Least Privilege Access
Topic 7: Zero Trust Networking- Network Architecture
  • 1. Microsegmentation
  • 2. Trust Boundary Design
  • 3. Secure Access Controls
Topic 8: Fundamental Security Architecture Concepts- Architecture Principles
  • 1. Security Models
  • 2. Risk-Based Design
  • 3. Defense in Depth
Topic 9: Data-Centric Security- Data Protection
  • 1. Data Security Architecture
  • 2. Data Access Controls
  • 3. Data Encryption
Topic 10: Network Encryption and Remote Access- Secure Connectivity
  • 1. VPN Technologies
  • 2. Remote Access Security
  • 3. Encryption Protocols
Topic 11: Zero Trust Endpoints- Endpoint Protection
  • 1. Device Trust Validation
  • 2. Endpoint Hardening
  • 3. Endpoint Monitoring
Topic 12: IPv6- IPv6 Security
  • 1. IPv6 Deployment Considerations
  • 2. IPv6 Protection Mechanisms
  • 3. IPv6 Threats
Topic 13: Data Discovery, Governance, and Mobility Management- Data Governance
  • 1. Data Loss Prevention
  • 2. File Classification
  • 3. Database Governance
  • 4. Mobile Device Management

GIAC Defensible Security Architect Sample Questions:

Question #1
Your organization is planning to migrate several critical applications to a public cloud provider. You are tasked with ensuring security during and after the migration. What immediate steps should you take to secure the cloud-based infrastructure and protect your organization's data?
Response:

A. Establish Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies and enable encryption for all data
B. Focus only on encrypting data at rest, and leave IAM configuration for later
C. Disable multi-factor authentication to simplify access for employees
D. Rely on the cloud provider to secure the infrastructure entirely


Question #2
Your organization is transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6 and has configured dual stack systems. However, your security team is concerned about potential vulnerabilities. What immediate actions should you take to mitigate security risks during the transition?
Response:

A. Disable IPv4 traffic entirely to focus solely on securing IPv6
B. Perform a full reset of all network devices to update configurations
C. Implement firewall rules to block unwanted IPv6 traffic and monitor both IPv4 and IPv6 interfaces for potential threats
D. Allow all traffic through both IPv4 and IPv6 to ensure compatibility


Question #3
In the context of DDOS protections, what is the purpose of rate limiting?
Response:

A. To allocate more resources to privileged users
B. To restrict the number of requests a server accepts over a certain period
C. To ensure equal bandwidth distribution
D. To enhance the transmission speed


Question #4
Your security team has detected a route injection attack on your network, where malicious routes have been injected into the routing table. What immediate steps should be taken to mitigate this attack and prevent future occurrences?
Response:

A. Implement route filtering to block unauthorized routes and configure authentication for routing protocols
B. Allow all routes to pass through and manually verify them later
C. Disable all routing protocols and switch to manual routing
D. Increase the number of routing tables to handle more traffic


Question #5
Which of the following is a core benefit of using Network Intrusion Prevention Systems (NIPS)?
Response:

A. They primarily focus on outbound traffic.
B. They can take direct action to block or prevent malicious activity.
C. They are primarily used for data recovery.
D. They can replace the need for traditional firewalls.


Solutions:

Question #1
Correct Answer: A
Question #2
Correct Answer: C
Question #3
Correct Answer: B
Question #4
Correct Answer: A
Question #5
Correct Answer: B

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