Palo Alto Networks PCCP Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

Palo Alto Networks PCCP Online Questions & Answers

• Question 21:

  Which of the Cloud-Delivered Security Services (CDSS) will detect zero-day malware by using inline cloud machine learning (ML) and sandboxing?

  A. DNS security
  B. Advanced WildFire
  C. loT security
  D. Advanced Threat Prevention
  B. Advanced WildFire

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  Advanced WildFire is a Cloud-Delivered Security Service (CDSS) that detects zero-day malware using inline cloud machine learning (ML) and sandboxing techniques. It analyzes unknown files in real-time to identify and block new threats before they can cause harm.

• Question 22:

  Which statement describes the process of application allow listing?

  A. It allows only trusted files, applications, and processes to run.
  B. It creates a set of specific applications that do not run on the system.
  C. It encrypts application data to protect the system from external threats.
  D. It allows safeuse of applications by scanningfiles for malware.
  A. It allows only trusted files, applications, and processes to run.

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  Application allow listing is a security practice that permits only pre-approved (trusted) applications, files, and processes to run on a system. This approach helps prevent unauthorized or malicious software from executing, thereby reducing the attack surface.

• Question 23:

  Which component of the AAA framework verifies user identities so they may access the network?

  A. Allowance
  B. Authorization
  C. Accounting
  D. Authentication
  D. Authentication

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  Authentication is the component of the AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) framework that verifies user identities (e.g., via passwords, certificates, or biometrics) before granting access to network resources.

• Question 24:

  Which type of attack includes exfiltration of data as a primary objective?

  A. Advanced persistent threat
  B. Denial-of-service (DoS)
  C. Watering hole attack
  D. Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
  A. Advanced persistent threat

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  An Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) is a long-term, targeted cyberattack where data exfiltration is often the primary objective. Attackers maintain a covert presence in the network to steal sensitive information over time.

• Question 25:

  Which type of attack obscures its presence while attempting to spread to multiple hosts in a network?

  A. Advanced malware
  B. Smishing
  C. Reconnaissance
  D. Denial of service
  A. Advanced malware

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  Advanced malware is designed to evade detection and persist within a system, often using stealthy techniques to spread laterally across multiple hosts in a network without triggering alerts, making it especially dangerous and difficult to remove.

• Question 26:

  Which attribute identifies a Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solution?

  A. Allowing broad access to internal private applications
  B. Granting access based on implicit user trust
  C. Enforcing application access through identity and device posture
  D. Routing remote traffic only through IPSec tunnels
  C. Enforcing application access through identity and device posture

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  ZTNA ensures that access to applications is based on who the user is and the security posture of their device. By verifying identity, device health, and context before granting access, ZTNA reduces attack surface and limits lateral movement within environments. Prisma Access implements ZTNA principles as part of secure remote connectivity.

• Question 27:

  Which component of the AAA framework regulates user access and permissions to resources?

  A. Authorization
  B. Allowance
  C. Accounting
  D. Authentication
  A. Authorization

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  Authorization is the component of the AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) framework that regulates user access and permissions to resources after identity has been verified. It determines what actions or resources a user is allowed to access.

• Question 28:

  Which next-generation firewall (NGFW) deployment option provides full application visibility into Kubernetes environments?

  A. Virtual
  B. Container
  C. Physical
  D. SASE
  B. Container

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  A container-based NGFW is specifically designed to integrate with Kubernetes environments, providing full application visibility and control within containerized workloads. It operates at the pod level, making it ideal for securing dynamic microservices architectures.

• Question 29:

  Which statement describes a host-based intrusion prevention system (HIPS)?

  A. It analyzes network traffic to detect unusual traffic flows and new malware.
  B. It scans a Wi-Fi network for unauthorized access and removes unauthorized devices.
  C. It is placed as a sensor to monitor all network traffic and scan for threats.
  D. It is installed on an endpoint and inspects the device.
  D. It is installed on an endpoint and inspects the device.

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  A Host-Based Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) is installed directly on an endpoint device (such as a server or workstation) and monitors local system activity, including processes, file access, and system calls, to detect and prevent malicious behavior.

• Question 30:

  Which methodology does Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) use?

  A. Behavior analysis
  B. Comparison of alerts to signatures
  C. Manual inspection of user activities
  D. Rule-based activity prioritization
  A. Behavior analysis

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  Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) leverages behavior analysis to identify suspicious or anomalous activities associated with user identities. This methodology involves continuously monitoring user authentication patterns, access events, and privilege escalations to build a baseline of “normal” behavior. By detecting deviations-such as unusual login locations, timeframes, or excessive access attempts-ITDR can flag potential identity compromises or insider threats that traditional signature or rule-based systems often miss. Palo Alto Networks’ ITDR integrates behavioral analytics with threat intelligence to deliver real-time alerts and automated response capabilities, essential in mitigating credential abuse and lateral movement within networks. This behavioral approach is crucial for adapting to sophisticated identity attacks that evolve constantly.