300-720 Question #38: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is A: Content filters. Smart identifiers on the Cisco ESA are pattern-matching rules for sensitive data types (such as credit card numbers or SSNs) that are applied through content filters.

Cisco ESA Content Filters and Message Filters

Question

Which ESA feature is used to apply smart identifiers?

Options

AContent filters
BRSA data loss prevention engine
CEncryption policies
DText resources

Explanation

Smart identifiers on the Cisco ESA are pattern-matching rules for sensitive data types (such as credit card numbers or SSNs) that are applied through content filters.

Common mistakes.

B. The RSA DLP engine uses its own classification technology and policy dictionaries rather than the ESA's built-in smart identifier conditions within content filters.
C. Encryption policies determine when and how messages are encrypted for delivery; they do not perform content inspection using smart identifiers.
D. Text resources are reusable message components such as disclaimers and notification templates; they do not perform pattern detection or apply smart identifiers.

Concept tested. Cisco ESA content filter smart identifier detection

Reference. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/security/esa/esa14-0/user_guide/b_ESA_Admin_Guide_14-0/b_ESA_Admin_Guide_chapter_0100100.html

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#ESA features#Content filters#Smart identifiers#Message filtering

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