Google Professional Cloud Developer Question 115
Select 3Google Cloud PlatformYou are building a web application that requires secure user authentication and account management. You decide to use Google Cloud's Identity Platform to manage user accounts. Which of the following actions can you perform using Identity Platform?
- A
Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) for users.
- B
Integrate third-party identity providers like Google, Facebook, and Twitter.
- C
Store user passwords directly in plaintext for quick access.
- D
Implement email and password authentication for users.
- E
Set up role-based access control (RBAC) for application resources.
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
Google Cloud's Identity Platform is a comprehensive tool for managing end-user authentication and account management. It supports features like multi-factor authentication, third-party identity provider integration, and email-password authentication. However, secure password storage and RBAC require separate considerations or tools. Understanding these capabilities is essential for leveraging Identity Platform effectively in applications.
- A. Correct.
Correct: Identity Platform supports multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enhance security by requiring users to provide additional verification methods.
- B. Correct.
Correct: Identity Platform allows integration with third-party identity providers such as Google, Facebook, and Twitter for social login functionality.
- C. Incorrect.
Incorrect: Storing passwords in plaintext is not only insecure but also violates best practices and compliance standards. Identity Platform securely hashes passwords.
- D. Correct.
Correct: Identity Platform supports email and password authentication, enabling straightforward user login and account creation.
- E. Incorrect.
Incorrect: While Identity Platform handles user authentication and identity management, role-based access control (RBAC) for application resources is typically implemented separately using IAM or custom logic.