- A
Roaming client
Why wrong: Roaming client protects off-network devices but does not inspect SSL.
- B
DNS-layer blocking
Why wrong: DNS blocking does not inspect SSL.
- C
Intelligent Proxy
Correct. Intelligent Proxy performs SSL inspection for selected traffic.
- D
SIG cloud firewall
Why wrong: SIG includes firewall but SSL inspection is done by Intelligent Proxy.
Question 703 of 988
350-701 Cloud Security Practice Question
This 350-701 practice question tests your understanding of cloud security. 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 team wants to inspect SSL-encrypted traffic from users accessing SaaS applications through Cisco Umbrella. Which feature should they enable?
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
✓
Intelligent Proxy
Intelligent Proxy allows selective SSL inspection based on policies.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Roaming client
Why it's wrong here
Roaming client protects off-network devices but does not inspect SSL.
- ✗
DNS-layer blocking
- ✓
Intelligent Proxy
Why this is correct
Correct. Intelligent Proxy performs SSL inspection for selected traffic.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
SIG cloud firewall
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the 350-701 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this 350-701 question test?
Cloud Security — This question tests Cloud Security — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Intelligent Proxy — Intelligent Proxy allows selective SSL inspection based on policies.
What should I do if I get this 350-701 question wrong?
Identify which 350-701 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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