The answer is Exploit Prevention with Behavioral Protection enabled. This feature set is correct because Cisco AMP’s Exploit Prevention monitors file execution for suspicious behavioral patterns, such as rapid encryption of files in a monitored directory, and can immediately terminate the offending process when ransomware-like activity is detected. On the Cisco SCOR / CCNP Security Core 350-701 exam, this question tests your understanding of how AMP’s behavioral analysis differs from other security controls—a common trap is confusing Behavioral Protection with Application Control, which only blocks or allows execution without analyzing runtime behavior. Remember that Behavioral Protection is the key to catching ransomware mid-encryption, not just at launch. Memory tip: “Behavior catches the bite”—if the requirement is to stop a process *during* encryption, think Behavioral Protection.
350-701 Endpoint Protection and Detection Practice Question
This 350-701 practice question tests your understanding of endpoint protection and detection. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A security architect is designing a solution to detect and block ransomware using Cisco AMP. The requirement is that when a file executes and attempts to encrypt files in a monitored directory, the event must be captured and the process terminated immediately. Which AMP feature set should be used?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue: "immediately / without restart"
Why it matters: Time or reboot constraint — the correct answer must take effect right away without requiring a reboot or reload.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Exploit Prevention with Behavioral Protection enabled.
Option A is correct because AMP's 'Exploit Prevention' combined with 'Behavioral Protection' specifically monitors for ransomware-like behavior and can terminate processes. Option B is incorrect because 'Device Flow Correlation' is for network traffic analysis. Option C is incorrect because 'Application Control' only allows/denies execution, not behavioral analysis. Option D is incorrect because 'Vulnerability Assessment' checks for CVEs, not runtime behavior.
Key principle: NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
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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Exploit Prevention with Behavioral Protection enabled.
Why this is correct
This feature set detects ransomware behaviors and can automatically terminate the process.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "immediately / without restart" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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Application Control with a block list of known ransomware binaries.
Why it's wrong here
Application Control relies on static lists and does not detect novel behavior.
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Vulnerability Assessment with real-time patching.
Why it's wrong here
Vulnerability Assessment identifies unpatched software, not active ransomware.
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Device Flow Correlation (DFC) with advanced malware analysis.
Why it's wrong here
DFC analyzes network flows, not endpoint file behavior.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: NAT rules depend on direction and matching traffic
NAT is not only about the public address. The inside/outside interface roles and the ACL or rule that matches traffic are just as important.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
NAT questions usually test address translation, overload/PAT behaviour, static mappings and whether the right traffic is being translated. Read the interface direction and address terms carefully.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
PAT allows many inside hosts to share one public address using ports.
Inside local and inside global describe the private and translated addresses.
NAT ACLs identify traffic for translation, not always security filtering.
TExam Day Tips
→Identify inside and outside interfaces first.
→Check whether the scenario needs static NAT, dynamic NAT or PAT.
→Do not confuse NAT matching ACLs with normal packet-filtering intent.
Key takeaway
NAT direction and interface roles matter as much as the IP address mapping. Inside/outside designation controls which traffic is translated.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A small business has 20 workstations on the 192.168.1.0/24 network and one public IP from its ISP. The router uses PAT (NAT overload) so all 20 devices share one public address using different source ports. NAT questions test whether you understand the four address terms and which direction each translation applies.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 350-701 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
Endpoint Protection and Detection — This question tests Endpoint Protection and Detection — Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Exploit Prevention with Behavioral Protection enabled. — Option A is correct because AMP's 'Exploit Prevention' combined with 'Behavioral Protection' specifically monitors for ransomware-like behavior and can terminate processes. Option B is incorrect because 'Device Flow Correlation' is for network traffic analysis. Option C is incorrect because 'Application Control' only allows/denies execution, not behavioral analysis. Option D is incorrect because 'Vulnerability Assessment' checks for CVEs, not runtime behavior.
What should I do if I get this 350-701 question wrong?
Review the four NAT address types (inside local, inside global, outside local, outside global), PAT port overload, and static vs dynamic NAT use cases. Then practise related 350-701 NAT questions on configuration and troubleshooting.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "immediately / without restart". Time or reboot constraint — the correct answer must take effect right away without requiring a reboot or reload.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Static NAT maps one inside address to one outside address.
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Variation 1. During a ransomware attack, an endpoint protected by AMP for Endpoints successfully blocked the ransomware file. Which AMP policy action was likely applied?
easy
A.Allow
B.Quarantine
C.Detect
✓ D.Block
Why D: When AMP for Endpoints successfully blocks a ransomware file, the 'Block' policy action is applied. This action prevents the file from executing on the endpoint by terminating the process and quarantining the file in the local quarantine, ensuring the threat is neutralized immediately. The 'Block' action is the most restrictive and is designed to stop known malware, including ransomware, from causing harm.
Variation 2. An organization wants to implement endpoint protection that uses behavioral analysis to detect ransomware. The solution must be able to roll back changes made by the ransomware after detection. Which Cisco endpoint security feature provides this capability?
easy
✓ A.Exploit prevention with ransomware rollback
B.File reputation scanning
C.Device flow telemetry
D.Application blocking via policy
Why A: Option A is correct because Cisco's endpoint protection includes a behavioral analysis engine that monitors for ransomware-like activities (e.g., mass file encryption, rapid file modifications). Upon detection, the feature automatically triggers a rollback, restoring affected files to their pre-encryption state using Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) snapshots or similar mechanisms, effectively reversing the ransomware's changes.
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