PCNSA · Question #38
Which five Zero Trust concepts does a Palo Alto Networks firewall apply to achieve an integrated approach to prevent threats? (Choose five.)
The correct answer is A. User identification C. Vulnerability protection D. Antivirus E. Application identification F. Anti-spyware. Palo Alto Networks firewalls integrate five core Zero Trust concepts-user identification, vulnerability protection, antivirus, application identification, and anti-spyware-to provide a comprehensive threat prevention strategy.
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Which five Zero Trust concepts does a Palo Alto Networks firewall apply to achieve an integrated approach to prevent threats? (Choose five.)
Options
- AUser identification
- BFiltration protection
- CVulnerability protection
- DAntivirus
- EApplication identification
- FAnti-spyware
How the community answered
(59 responses)- A86% (51)
- B14% (8)
Why each option
Palo Alto Networks firewalls integrate five core Zero Trust concepts-user identification, vulnerability protection, antivirus, application identification, and anti-spyware-to provide a comprehensive threat prevention strategy.
User identification (User-ID) is a core Zero Trust principle, ensuring that access decisions are based on the authenticated identity of the user, a capability provided by Palo Alto firewalls.
"Filtration protection" is a generic term and not a specific, recognized Zero Trust concept or a distinct security feature in the context of Palo Alto Networks' threat prevention suite.
Vulnerability protection, via Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), prevents exploits against known vulnerabilities, aligning with the Zero Trust concept of minimizing attack surface and preventing unauthorized actions.
Antivirus scanning is crucial for preventing malware infections, enforcing the Zero Trust principle of verifying all traffic for threats before allowing access.
Application identification (App-ID) allows the firewall to identify and control applications regardless of port, providing granular control essential for a Zero Trust model.
Anti-spyware protection prevents and detects spyware, further enforcing the Zero Trust principle of continuous monitoring and threat prevention.
Concept tested: Palo Alto Zero Trust threat prevention concepts
Source: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/cybersecurity/zero-trust
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