PCNSA 2023 - Module 1 Exams 100% Correct!!

What 4 methods of access exist for accessing Palo's NGFWs? - ANSWER1. Web interface 2. CLI 3. Panorama 4. XML API What is Panorama? - ANSWERProvides Central Management for multiple PAN NGFW's What is the difference between control plane and data plane? - ANSWERControl plane is used to separate mgmt functions, data plane is used for network traffic processing. The separation helps safeguard access to the firewall and enhances performance. What is the XML API used for? - ANSWERProvides an interface based on REST, used for accessing firewall configs, operational status, reports, and packet captures. What can the XML API be used for in automation? - ANSWER1. Create/modify configurations 2. Retreive reports 3. Manage users through User-ID 4. Execute operational commands 5. Update dynamic objects without modifying/commit new configuration Can management access be provided over a data interface? - ANSWERYes What configurations are included for each data interface? (3 default, 8 total) - ANSWERHTTPS (Default) SSH (Default) Ping (Default) Telnet HTTP SNMP Resnpose Pages User-ID What is an Interface Management Profile used for? - ANSWERProtects firewall from unauthorized access by defining the protocol, services, and IP addresses that a firewall interface permits for management. What happens if an interface management profile is NOT added to an interface? - ANSWERFirewall will deny management access for all IPs, protocols and services by default.