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350-701 Practice Question: Deploys Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)…
A security engineer deploys Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) for Endpoints with cloud-based detection. After installation, a sample malware is executed on a test endpoint, but the AMP console shows no detection or trajectory data. The endpoint shows a 'Connected' status. What is the most likely reason for the lack of detection?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the misconception that a 'Connected' status guarantees full cloud functionality, when in reality intermittent connectivity can cause the endpoint to operate in a local-only mode without alerting the administrator.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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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The endpoint's network connection to the AMP cloud is intermittent, causing files to be evaluated locally instead of being sent for analysis.
When the AMP for Endpoints connector detects intermittent connectivity to the AMP cloud, it falls back to local file evaluation using only the local signature cache. Since cloud-based detection relies on sending file hashes and behavioral telemetry for advanced analysis, a disrupted connection prevents the cloud from performing deep analysis, resulting in no detection or trajectory data despite the endpoint showing a 'Connected' status.
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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The AMP cloud subscription has expired, but the console still shows connectivity.
Why it's wrong here
If subscription expired, the console would show an alert; 'Connected' implies active subscription.
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The endpoint's network connection to the AMP cloud is intermittent, causing files to be evaluated locally instead of being sent for analysis.
Why this is correct
If the cloud connection is unstable, the connector may use local analysis which might not detect the malware.
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The AMP connector version is outdated and does not support the malware family.
Why it's wrong here
Connector versions are backward compatible; even older versions can send files to the cloud for analysis.
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The malware is packed and requires a signature update that is not yet available.
Why it's wrong here
AMP uses cloud-based analysis with behavioral detection, not just signatures; updates are not required for detection.
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