Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) — Question 177
An administrator wants to upgrade a firewall from PAN-OSֲ® 9.1 to PAN-OSֲ® 10.0. The firewall is not a part of an HA pair.
What needs to be updated first?
Answer options
- A. Applications and Threats
- B. XML Agent
- C. WildFire
- D. PAN-OS Upgrade Agent
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Updating the Applications and Threats is crucial before upgrading the PAN-OS to ensure that the firewall has the latest security signatures and threat prevention capabilities. The XML Agent, WildFire, and PAN-OS Upgrade Agent are important components, but they should be updated after ensuring the Applications and Threats are current to maintain optimal security during the upgrade process.