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CAS-005 · Question #495

In order to follow new regulations, the Chief Information Security Officer plans to use a defense- in-depth approach for a perimeter network. Which of the following protections would best achieve this

The correct answer is B. NGFW, IPS, EDR. A defense-in-depth approach for a perimeter network is best achieved with layered network and endpoint protections. NGFW provides advanced firewall capabilities, IPS detects and blocks network intrusions, and EDR extends protection to endpoints, creating a comprehensive security

Submitted by kim_seoul· Mar 6, 2026Security Architecture

Question

In order to follow new regulations, the Chief Information Security Officer plans to use a defense- in-depth approach for a perimeter network. Which of the following protections would best achieve this goal?

Options

  • ASAST, DAST, IAST
  • BNGFW, IPS, EDR
  • CSASE, IDS, SAST
  • DCASB, DLP, EDR

How the community answered

(56 responses)
  • A
    4% (2)
  • B
    73% (41)
  • C
    9% (5)
  • D
    14% (8)

Explanation

A defense-in-depth approach for a perimeter network is best achieved with layered network and endpoint protections. NGFW provides advanced firewall capabilities, IPS detects and blocks network intrusions, and EDR extends protection to endpoints, creating a comprehensive security

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