350-701 Network Security Practice Question
A network engineer is configuring site-to-site IPsec VPN on a Cisco ASA using IKEv2. Which two components are required for IKEv2 configuration? (Choose two.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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IKEv2 proposal
IKEv2 requires an IKEv2 proposal (or policy) defining encryption and authentication for phase 1, and a transform set for IPsec phase 2. Also, a crypto map binds the configuration to an interface. ISAKMP policy is for IKEv1.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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IKEv2 proposal
Why this is correct
IKEv2 proposal defines phase 1 parameters.
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ISAKMP policy
Why it's wrong here
ISAKMP policy is for IKEv1, not IKEv2.
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Group policy
Why it's wrong here
Group policy is for remote access VPN, not site-to-site.
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Transform set
Why this is correct
Transform set defines IPsec phase 2 parameters.
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Dynamic crypto map
Why it's wrong here
Dynamic crypto map is used for dynamic VPNs, not required for all site-to-site.
Quick reference
VPN Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port | Encryption | Authentication | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IKEv2 / IPsec | UDP 500 / 4500 | AES-256 | Certificates / PSK | Site-to-site & remote access |
| SSL / TLS VPN | TCP 443 | TLS 1.3 | Certificates / MFA | Clientless remote access |
| L2TP / IPsec | UDP 1701 | AES (IPsec) | PSK / Certificates | Legacy remote access |
| WireGuard | UDP 51820 | ChaCha20 | Public keys | Modern high-performance VPN |
| PPTP | TCP 1723 | MPPE (weak) | MS-CHAPv2 | Legacy — avoid in production |
PPTP is considered insecure. IKEv2/IPsec and SSL VPN are the current recommended options.
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