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Palo Alto Networks NetSec-Analyst Exam
Palo Alto Networks Network Security Analyst (Page 3 )

Updated On: 7-Feb-2026
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PDF with 372 Questions

Which data-plane processor layer of the graphic shown provides uniform matching for spyware and vulnerability exploits on a Palo Alto Networks Firewall?

  1. Signature Matching
  2. Network Processing
  3. Security Processing
  4. Security Matching

Answer(s): A



Which option lists the attributes that are selectable when setting up an Application filters?

  1. Category, Subcategory, Technology, and Characteristic
  2. Category, Subcategory, Technology, Risk, and Characteristic
  3. Name, Category, Technology, Risk, and Characteristic
  4. Category, Subcategory, Risk, Standard Ports, and Technology

Answer(s): B


Reference:

https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/7-1/pan-os-web-interface-help/objects/objects- application- filters



Actions can be set for which two items in a URL filtering security profile? (Choose two.)

  1. Block List
  2. Custom URL Categories
  3. PAN-DB URL Categories
  4. Allow List

Answer(s): A,D

Explanation:

https://docs.paloaltonetworks.com/pan-os/8-1/pan-os-admin/url-filtering/url-filtering-concepts/url- filtering-profile-actions



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Match the Cyber-Attack Lifecycle stage to its correct description.

  1. See Explanation for the Answer.

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

Reconnaissance ­ stage where the attacker scans for network vulnerabilities and services that can be exploited.

Installation ­ stage where the attacker will explore methods such as a root kit to establish persistence

Command and Control ­ stage where the attacker has access to a specific server so they can communicate and pass data to and from infected devices within a network.

Act on the Objective ­ stage where an attacker has motivation for attacking a network to deface web property



Which two statements are correct about App-ID content updates? (Choose two.)

  1. Updated application content may change how security policy rules are enforced
  2. After an application content update, new applications must be manually classified prior to use
  3. Existing security policy rules are not affected by application content updates
  4. After an application content update, new applications are automatically identified and classified

Answer(s): A,D






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