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which OSI layer does SSL reside in?

At which OSI layer does SSL reside in?

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A.
Application

B.
Session

C.
Transport

D.
Network

Explanation:
SSL encryption takes place at the transport layer.
Incorrect Answers:
A: SSL resides at transport layer, not at the application layer.
B: SSL resides at transport layer, not at the session layer.
D: SSL resides at transport layer, not at the network layer.

Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2013, p. 846


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