Palo Alto Networks System Engineer – Strata — Question 24

The need for a file proxy solution, virus and spyware scanner, a vulnerability scanner, and HTTP decoder for URL filtering is handled by which component in the
NGFW?

Answer options

• A. First Packet Processor
• B. Stream-based Signature Engine
• C. SIA (Scan It All) Processing Engine
• D. Security Processing Engine

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, the Stream-based Signature Engine, as it is specifically designed to handle multiple security functions including file proxying and scanning for malware. The other options, while important components of the NGFW, do not encompass the full range of functionalities required for URL filtering and scanning.