Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUTO) — Question 46

Which two statements describe the authentication method used with Cisco Intersight REST API Requests? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. The REST API request contains a base64-encoded signature of the message content and headers.
• B. The REST API request message body is encoded as a SHA384 hash and then signed with the API Key ID.
• C. The Cisco Intersight Web service verifies the signature of incoming request with the RSA public key for the API Key ID.
• D. The incoming REST API request is challenged by the Cisco Intersight Web service with a request for the RSA private key.
• E. The message body is encoded as a SHA256 hash if the message body is not empty and then signed with the API Key ID.

Correct answer: A, C

Explanation

The correct answers are A and C because A describes the inclusion of a base64-encoded signature in the request, which is accurate. C is correct as it specifies the verification process using the RSA public key. Options B, D, and E are incorrect as they either describe incorrect hashing methods or processes that do not align with how Cisco Intersight handles API authentication.