PCNSA · Question #232
What is a function of application tags?
The correct answer is C. automated referenced applications in a policy. Application tags serve the function of enabling automated and dynamic referencing of applications within security policies, simplifying policy management.
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What is a function of application tags?
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- Acreation of new zones
- Bapplication prioritization
- Cautomated referenced applications in a policy
- DIP address allocations in DHCP
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(35 responses)- A3% (1)
- C94% (33)
- D3% (1)
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Application tags serve the function of enabling automated and dynamic referencing of applications within security policies, simplifying policy management.
Application tags are for classification and policy matching of applications, not for the creation of new zones within the firewall configuration.
While QoS profiles can prioritize application traffic, application tags themselves are not directly used for application prioritization; they are for grouping and policy definition.
Application tags allow administrators to assign custom labels to applications, which can then be used in security policies to dynamically group applications and apply rules, eliminating the need to manually list individual applications and enabling policies to adapt as new applications emerge with matching tags.
Application tags are unrelated to network services such as DHCP, which handles IP address allocation.
Concept tested: Application tagging and policy management
Source: https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/10-2/pan-os-admin/applications/application-filters-and-groups/create-an-application-tag
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