Palo Alto Networks PSE-HARDWARE-FIREWAL Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

Palo Alto Networks PSE-HARDWARE-FIREWAL Online Questions & Answers

• Question 51:

  Which two products can be integrated and managed by Strata Cloud Manager (SCM)? (Choose two)

  A. Prisma SD-WAN
  B. Prisma Cloud
  C. Cortex XDR
  D. VM-Series NGFW
  A. Prisma SD-WAN
  D. VM-Series NGFW

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  Explanation

  Strata Cloud Manager (SCM) is Palo Alto Networks' centralized cloud-based management platform for managing network security solutions, including Prisma Access and Prisma SD-WAN. SCM can also integrate with VM-Series firewalls for managing virtualized NGFW deployments. Why A (Prisma SD-WAN) Is Correct SCM is the management interface for Prisma SD-WAN, enabling centralized orchestration, monitoring, and configuration of SD-WAN deployments. Why D (VM-Series NGFW) Is Correct SCM supports managing VM-Series NGFWs, providing centralized visibility and control for virtualized firewall deployments in cloud or on-premises environments. Why Other Options Are Incorrect B (Prisma Cloud):Prisma Cloud is a separate product for securing workloads in public cloud environments. It is not managed via SCM. C (Cortex XDR):Cortex XDR is a platform for endpoint detection and response (EDR). It is managed through its own console, not SCM.

  References: Palo Alto Networks Strata Cloud Manager Overview

• Question 52:

  What is used to stop a DNS-based threat?

  A. DNS proxy
  B. Buffer overflow protection
  C. DNS tunneling
  D. DNS sinkholing
  D. DNS sinkholing

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  Explanation

  DNS-based threats, such as DNS tunneling, phishing, or malware command-and-control (C2) activities, are commonly used by attackers to exfiltrate data or establish malicious communications. Palo Alto Networks firewalls provide several

  mechanisms to address these threats, and the correct method is DNS sinkholing . Why "DNS sinkholing" (Correct Answer D)?DNS sinkholing redirects DNS queries for malicious domains to an internal or non-routable IP address, effectively

  preventing communication with malicious domains. When a user or endpoint tries to connect to a malicious domain, the sinkhole DNS entry ensures the traffic is blocked or routed to a controlled destination.

  DNS sinkholing is especially effective for blocking malware trying to contact its C2 server or preventing data exfiltration.

  Why not "DNS proxy" (Option A)?A DNS proxy is used to forward DNS queries from endpoints to an upstream DNS server. While it can be part of a network's DNS setup, it does not actively stop DNS- based threats.

  Why not "Buffer overflow protection" (Option B)?Buffer overflow protection is a method used to prevent memory-related attacks, such as exploiting software vulnerabilities. It is unrelated to DNS- based threat prevention.

  Why not "DNS tunneling" (Option C)?DNS tunneling is itself a type of DNS-based threat where attackers encode malicious traffic within DNS queries and responses. This option refers to the threat itself, not the method to stop it.

• Question 53:

  What are three valid Panorama deployment options? (Choose three.)

  A. As a virtual machine (ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM)
  B. With a cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  C. As a container (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
  D. On a Raspberry Pi (Model 4, Model 400, Model 5)
  E. As a dedicated hardware appliance (M-100, M-200, M-500, M-600)
  A. As a virtual machine (ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM)
  B. With a cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  E. As a dedicated hardware appliance (M-100, M-200, M-500, M-600)

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  Explanation

  Panorama is Palo Alto Networks' centralized management solution for managing multiple firewalls. It supports multiple deployment options to suit different infrastructure needs. The valid deployment options are as follows:

  Why "As a virtual machine (ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM)" (Correct Answer A)?Panorama can be deployed as a virtual machine on hypervisors like VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and KVM. This is a common option for organizations that already

  utilize virtualized infrastructure.

  Why "With a cloud service provider (AWS, Azure, GCP)" (Correct Answer B)?Panorama is available for deployment in the public cloud on platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. This allows organizations to centrally

  manage firewalls deployed in cloud environments.

  Why "As a dedicated hardware appliance (M-100, M-200, M-500, M-600)" (Correct Answer E)? Panorama is available as a dedicated hardware appliance with different models (M-100, M-200, M-500, M-600) to cater to various performance

  and scalability requirements. This is ideal for organizations that prefer physical appliances.

  Why not "As a container (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)" (Option C)?Panorama is not currently supported as a containerized deployment. Containers are more commonly used for lightweight and ephemeral services, whereas Panorama

  requires a robust and persistent deployment model.

  Why not "On a Raspberry Pi (Model 4, Model 400, Model 5)" (Option D)?Panorama cannot be deployed on low-powered hardware like Raspberry Pi. The system requirements for Panorama far exceed the capabilities of Raspberry Pi

  hardware.

• Question 54:

  Which two actions can a systems engineer take to discover how Palo Alto Networks can bring value to a customer's business when they show interest in adopting Zero Trust? (Choose two.)

  A. Ask the customer about their internal business flows, such as how their users interact with applications and data across the infrastructure.
  B. Explain how Palo Alto Networks can place virtual NGFWs across the customer's network to ensure assets and traffic are seen and controlled.
  C. Use the Zero Trust Roadshow package to demonstrate to the customer how robust Palo Alto Networks capabilities are in meeting Zero Trust.
  D. Ask the customer about their approach to Zero Trust, explaining that it is a strategy more than it is something they purchase.
  A. Ask the customer about their internal business flows, such as how their users interact with applications and data across the infrastructure.
  D. Ask the customer about their approach to Zero Trust, explaining that it is a strategy more than it is something they purchase.

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  Explanation

  To help a customer understand how Palo Alto Networks can bring value when adopting a Zero Trust architecture, the systems engineer must focus on understanding the customer's specific needs and explaining how the Zero Trust strategy

  aligns with their business goals. Here's the detailed analysis of each option:

  Option A: Ask the customer about their internal business flows, such as how their users interact with applications and data across the infrastructure

  Understanding the customer's internal workflows and how their users interact with applications and data is a critical first step in Zero Trust. This information allows the systems engineer to identify potential security gaps and suggest tailored

  solutions.

  This is correct.

  Option B: Explain how Palo Alto Networks can place virtual NGFWs across the customer's network to ensure assets and traffic are seen and controlled

  While placing NGFWs across the customer's network may be part of the implementation, this approach focuses on the product rather than the customer's strategy. Zero Trust is more about policies and architecture than specific product

  placement.

  This is incorrect.

  Option C: Use the Zero Trust Roadshow package to demonstrate to the customer how robust Palo Alto Networks capabilities are in meeting Zero Trust

  While demonstrating capabilities is valuable during the later stages of engagement, the initial focus should be on understanding the customer's business requirements rather than showcasing products.

  This is incorrect.

  Option D: Ask the customer about their approach to Zero Trust, explaining that it is a strategy more than it is something they purchase

  Zero Trust is not a product but a strategy that requires a shift in mindset. By discussing their approach, the systems engineer can identify whether the customer understands Zero Trust principles and guide them accordingly.

  This is correct.

  References:

  Palo Alto Networks documentation on Zero Trust

  Zero Trust Architecture Principles inNIST 800-207

• Question 55:

  Device-ID can be used in which three policies? (Choose three.)

  A. Security
  B. Decryption
  C. Policy-based forwarding (PBF)
  D. SD-WAN
  E. Quality of Service (QoS)
  A. Security
  C. Policy-based forwarding (PBF)
  E. Quality of Service (QoS)

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  Explanation

  Device-ID is a feature in Palo Alto Networks firewalls that identifies devices based on their unique attributes (e.g., MAC addresses, device type, operating system). Device-ID can be used in several policy types to provide granular control.

  Here's how it applies to each option:

  Option A: Security

  Device-ID can be used in Security policies to enforce rules based on the device type or identity. For example, you can create policies that allow or block traffic for specific device types (e.g., IoT devices).

  This is correct.

  Option B: Decryption

  Device-ID cannot be used in decryption policies. Decryption policies are based on traffic types, certificates, and other SSL/TLS attributes, not device attributes.

  This is incorrect.

  Option C: Policy-based forwarding (PBF)

  Device-ID can be used in PBF policies to control the forwarding of traffic based on the identified device. For example, you can route traffic from certain device types through specific ISPs or VPN tunnels.

  This is correct.

  Option D: SD-WAN

  SD-WAN policies use metrics such as path quality (e.g., latency, jitter) and application information for traffic steering. Device-ID is not a criterion used in SD-WAN policies.

  This is incorrect.

  Option E: Quality of Service (QoS)

  Device-ID can be used in QoS policies to apply traffic shaping or bandwidth control for specific devices. For example, you can prioritize or limit bandwidth for traffic originating from IoT devices or specific endpoints.

  This is correct.

  References:

  Palo Alto Networks documentation on Device-ID

• Question 56:

  Which two compliance frameworks are included with the Premium version of Strata Cloud Manager (SCM)? (Choose two) A. Payment Card Industry (PCI)

  B. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

  C. Center for Internet Security (CIS)

  D. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

  Correct Answer. AC
  AC

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  Explanation

  Strata Cloud Manager (SCM), part of Palo Alto Networks' Prisma Access and Prisma SD-WAN suite, provides enhanced visibility and control for managing compliance and security policies across the network. In the Premium version of SCM, compliance frameworks are pre-integrated to help organizations streamline audits and maintain adherence to critical standards.

  A. Payment Card Industry (PCI)

  PCI DSS (Data Security Standard) compliance is essential for businesses that handle payment card data. SCM Premium provides monitoring, reporting, and auditing tools that align with PCI requirements, ensuring that sensitive payment data

  is processed securely across the network.

  B. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

  NIST is a comprehensive cybersecurity framework used in various industries, especially in the government sector. However, NIST is not specifically included in SCM Premium; organizationsmay need separate configurations or external tools

  to fully comply with NIST guidelines.

  C. Center for Internet Security (CIS)

  CIS benchmarks provide security best practices for securing IT systems and data. SCM Premium includes CIS compliance checks, enabling organizations to maintain a strong baseline security posture and proactively address vulnerabilities.

  D. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

  HIPAA is a framework designed to protect sensitive healthcare information. While Palo Alto Networks provides general solutions that can be aligned with HIPAA compliance, it is not explicitly included as a compliance framework in SCM

  Premium.

  Key Takeaways:

  The frameworks included in SCM Premium are PCI DSS and CIS.

  Other frameworks like NIST and HIPAA may require additional configurations or are supported indirectly but not explicitly part of the Premium compliance checks.

  References:

  Palo Alto Networks Strata Cloud Manager Documentation

  Palo Alto Networks Compliance Resources

• Question 57:

  What are the first two steps a customer should perform as they begin to understand and adopt Zero Trust principles? (Choose two)

  A. Understand which users, devices, infrastructure, applications, data, and services are part of the network or have access to it.
  B. Enable relevant Cloud-Delivered Security Services (CDSS) subscriptions to automatically protect the customer's environment from both internal and external threats.
  C. Map the transactions between users, applications, and data, then verify and inspect those transactions.
  D. Implement VM-Series NGFWs in the customer's public and private clouds to protect east-west traffic.
  A. Understand which users, devices, infrastructure, applications, data, and services are part of the network or have access to it.
  C. Map the transactions between users, applications, and data, then verify and inspect those transactions.

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  Explanation

  Zero Trust principles revolve around minimizing trust in the network and verifying every interaction. To adopt Zero Trust, customers should start by gaining visibility and understanding the network and its transactions.

  A. Understand which users, devices, infrastructure, applications, data, and services are part of the network or have access to it.

  The first step in adopting Zero Trust is understanding the full scope of the network. Identifying users, devices, applications, and data is critical for building a comprehensive security strategy.

  C. Map the transactions between users, applications, and data, then verify and inspect those transactions.

  After identifying all assets, the next step is to map interactions and enforce verification and inspection of these transactions to ensure security. Why Other Options Are Incorrect

  B:Enabling CDSS subscriptions is important for protection but comes after foundational Zero Trust principles are established.

  D:Implementing VM-Series NGFWs is part of enforcing Zero Trust, but it is not the first step. Visibility and understanding come first.

  References:

  Palo Alto Networks Zero Trust Overview

• Question 58:

  A current NGFW customer has asked a systems engineer (SE) for a way to prove to their internal management team that its NGFW follows Zero Trust principles. Which action should the SE take?

  A. Use the "Monitor > PDF Reports" node to schedule a weekly email of the Zero Trust report to the internal management team.
  B. Help the customer build reports that align to their Zero Trust plan in the "Monitor > Manage Custom Reports" tab.
  C. Use a third-party tool to pull the NGFW Zero Trust logs, and create a report that meets the customer's needs.
  D. Use the "ACC" tab to help the customer build dashboards that highlight the historical tracking of the NGFW enforcing policies.
  B. Help the customer build reports that align to their Zero Trust plan in the "Monitor > Manage Custom Reports" tab.

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  Explanation

  To demonstrate compliance with Zero Trust principles, a systems engineer can leverage the rich reporting and logging capabilities of Palo Alto Networks firewalls. The focus should be on creating reports that align with the customer's Zero

  Trust strategy, providing detailed insights into policy enforcement, user activity, and application usage.

  Option A:Scheduling a pre-built PDF report does not offer the flexibility to align the report with the customer's specific Zero Trust plan. While useful for automated reporting, this option is too generic for demonstrating Zero Trust compliance.

  Option B (Correct):Custom reportsin the "Monitor > Manage Custom Reports" tab allow the customer to build tailored reports that align with their Zero Trust plan. These reports can include granular details such as application usage, user

  activity, policy enforcement logs, and segmentation compliance. This approach ensures the customer can present evidence directly related to their Zero Trust implementation.

  Option C:Using a third-party tool is unnecessary as Palo Alto Networks NGFWs already have built-in capabilities to log, report, and demonstrate policy enforcement. This option adds complexity and may not fully leverage the native

  capabilities of the NGFW.

  Option D:The Application Command Center (ACC) is useful for visualizing traffic and historical data but is not a reporting tool. While it can complement custom reports, it is not a substitute for generating Zero Trust-specific compliance

  reports.

  References:

  Managing Reports in PAN-OS: https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com

  Zero Trust Monitoring and Reporting Best Practices: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/zero-trust

• Question 59:

  In addition to DNS Security, which three Cloud-Delivered Security Services (CDSS) subscriptions are minimum recommendations for all NGFWs that handle north-south traffic? (Choose three)

  A. SaaS Security
  B. Advanced WildFire
  C. Enterprise DLP
  D. Advanced Threat Prevention
  E. Advanced URL Filtering
  B. Advanced WildFire
  D. Advanced Threat Prevention
  E. Advanced URL Filtering

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  Explanation

  North-south traffic refers to the flow of data in and out of a network, typically between internal resources and the internet. To secure this type of traffic, Palo Alto Networks recommends specific CDSS subscriptions in addition to DNS Security:

  A. SaaS Security

  SaaS Security is designed for monitoring and securing SaaS application usage but is not essential for handling typical north-south traffic.

  B. Advanced WildFire

  Advanced WildFire provides cloud-based malware analysis and sandboxing to detect and block zero-day threats. It is a critical component for securing north-south traffic against advanced malware.

  C. Enterprise DLP

  Enterprise DLP focuses on data loss prevention, primarily for protecting sensitive data. While important, it is not a minimum recommendation for securing north-south traffic.

  D. Advanced Threat Prevention

  Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) replaces traditional IPS and provides inline detection and prevention of evasive threats in north-south traffic. It is a crucial recommendation for protecting against sophisticated threats.

  E. Advanced URL Filtering

  Advanced URL Filtering prevents access to malicious or harmful URLs. It complements DNS Security to provide comprehensive web protection for north-south traffic.

  Key Takeaways:

  Advanced WildFire, Advanced Threat Prevention, and Advanced URL Filtering are minimum recommendations for NGFWs handling north-south traffic, alongside DNS Security.

  SaaS Security and Enterprise DLP, while valuable, are not minimum requirements for this use case.

  References:

  Palo Alto Networks NGFW Best Practices

  Cloud-Delivered Security Services

• Question 60:

  A company plans to deploy identity for improved visibility and identity-based controls for least privilege access to applications and data. The company does not have an on-premises Active Directory (AD) deployment, and devices are

  connected and managed by using a combination of Entra ID and Jamf.

  Which two supported sources for identity are appropriate for this environment? (Choose two.)

  A. Captive portal
  B. User-ID agents configured for WMI client probing
  C. GlobalProtect with an internal gateway deployment
  D. Cloud Identity Engine synchronized with Entra ID
  C. GlobalProtect with an internal gateway deployment
  D. Cloud Identity Engine synchronized with Entra ID

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  Explanation

  In this scenario, the company does not use on-premises Active Directory and manages devices with Entra ID and Jamf, which implies a cloud-native and modern management setup. Below is the evaluation of each option:

  Option A: Captive portal

  Captive portal is typically used in environments where identity mapping is needed for unmanaged devices or guest users. It provides a mechanism for users to authenticate themselves through a web interface.

  However, in this case, the company is managing devices using Entra ID and Jamf, which means identity information can already be centralized through other means. Captive portal is not an ideal solution here.

  This option is not appropriate.

  Option B: User-ID agents configured for WMI client probing

  WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) client probing is a mechanism used to map IP addresses to usernames in a Windows environment. This approach is specific to on-premises Active Directory deployments and requires direct

  communication with Windows endpoints.

  Since the company does not have an on-premises AD and is using Entra ID and Jamf, this method is not applicable.

  This option is not appropriate.

  Option C: GlobalProtect with an internal gateway deployment

  GlobalProtect is Palo Alto Networks' VPN solution, which allows for secure remote access. It also supports identity-based mapping when deployed with internal gateways.

  In this case, GlobalProtect with an internal gateway can serve as a mechanism to provide user and device visibility based on the managed devices connecting through the gateway.

  This option is appropriate.

  Option D: Cloud Identity Engine synchronized with Entra ID

  The Cloud Identity Engine provides a cloud-based approach to synchronize identity information from identity providers like Entra ID (formerly Azure AD).

  In a cloud-native environment with Entra ID and Jamf, the Cloud Identity Engine is a natural fit as it integrates seamlessly to provide identity visibility for applicationsand data.

  This option is appropriate.

  References:

  Palo Alto Networks documentation on Cloud Identity Engine

  GlobalProtect configuration and use cases in Palo Alto Knowledge Base