Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUTO) — Question 4

Which authentication method is used when the REST API of the Cisco UCS Director is accessed?

Answer options

• A. Bearer ((Bearer Token))
• B. HTTP Basic Auth
• C. RestAuth: ((User's Auth Token))
• D. X-Cloupia-Request-Key: ((User's Auth Token))

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, HTTP Basic Auth, which is a straightforward method for authentication that involves sending a username and password with each request. Options A, C, and D represent different authentication mechanisms that are not applicable for this specific REST API, as Cisco UCS Director specifically utilizes HTTP Basic Auth for authentication.