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CCSP Exam - Question 357


Which protocol, as a part of TLS, handles the actual secure communications and transmission of data?

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Correct Answer: D

The TLS record protocol is the component of TLS that handles the actual secure communications and transmission of data. It encrypts and authenticates packets as they are sent between parties, ensuring data confidentiality and integrity. This protocol encapsulates higher-level protocols, including the handshake protocol, which is used to establish the encryption parameters before the record protocol starts transmitting data. Negotiation and transfer are not defined as protocols under TLS.

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KiwiStrawberry
Apr 18, 2022

The answer should be updated to: Handshake.

Ahbey_911
Aug 1, 2022

The answer is right. You should review your study materials.

DarkHorse99
Jan 25, 2024

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bradseth
Aug 9, 2024

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DarkHorse99
Jan 25, 2024

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bradseth
Aug 9, 2024

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NobleGiantz
Aug 13, 2022

D is correct. The TLS record protocol provides the actual secure communications method for data in transit. Ensures data confidentiality by encrypting the connection with symmetric key encryption and validates data integrity through the use of hashes and checksums. Used to encapsulate various upper layer protocols, most notably the TLS handshake.

MaciekMTOption: D
Feb 24, 2025

The Record Protocol in TLS (Transport Layer Security) is responsible for securing the actual transmission of data once the connection has been established. It ensures confidentiality (encryption), integrity (message authentication), and segmentation (framing of messages). Why Not the Others? A. Negotiation → No specific "Negotiation" protocol in TLS; negotiation is part of the Handshake process. B. Handshake → Establishes the secure session but does not handle actual data transmission. C. Transfer → Not a defined TLS protocol; data transfer is handled by the Record Protocol.