Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) — Question 578
A network administrator needs a solution to match traffic and allow or deny the traffic based on the type of application, not just the source or destination address and port used. Which kind of security product must the network administrator implement to meet this requirement?
Answer options
- A. nextgeneration firewall
- B. web application firewall
- C. next generation intrusion prevention system
- D. intrusion detection system
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is A, nextgeneration firewall, as it is designed to analyze and filter traffic based on application types, providing more granular control compared to traditional methods. Options B and C are focused on specific aspects of web applications and intrusion prevention, respectively, while D is primarily for monitoring and alerting rather than actively controlling traffic.