The answer is to configure a service insertion policy for the cloud security provider. This is correct because service insertion policies on the Cisco SD-WAN edge allow you to define match criteria—such as traffic destined for a specific IaaS provider—and then redirect that traffic through a secure tunnel (IPsec or TLS) to Cisco Umbrella SIG for inspection, enabling cloud on-ramp functionality without requiring a physical firewall. On the Cisco SCOR / CCNP Security Core 350-701 exam, this tests your understanding of how SD-WAN integrates with cloud security services; a common trap is confusing service insertion with a simple data policy or NAT rule, which cannot redirect traffic to an external cloud inspection point. Remember that service insertion is the only mechanism that intercepts and forwards traffic to a cloud security provider like Umbrella SIG, while data policies only affect routing or forwarding decisions within the fabric. Memory tip: think “Insert to Inspect”—service insertion inserts the cloud security provider into the traffic path for inspection.
350-701 Cloud Security Practice Question
This 350-701 practice question tests your understanding of cloud security. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. 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.
An engineer is designing a cloud security solution using Cisco SD-WAN with cloud on-ramp. They want to ensure that traffic to a specific IaaS provider is inspected by the Cisco Umbrella SIG. Which configuration is necessary on the SD-WAN edge?
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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Configure a service insertion policy for the cloud security provider
To direct specific traffic to Cisco Umbrella SIG for cloud security inspection, you must configure a service insertion policy on the SD-WAN edge. This policy intercepts traffic based on match criteria (e.g., destination IaaS provider IP/subnet) and forwards it to the cloud security service via a secure tunnel (e.g., IPsec or TLS). Without this policy, the SD-WAN edge will not redirect traffic to Umbrella for inspection.
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.
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Configure a service insertion policy for the cloud security provider
Why this is correct
Service insertion redirects traffic to the cloud security service for inspection.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Apply a DNS security policy
Why it's wrong here
DNS security only blocks malicious domains, not full traffic inspection.
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Set up a site-to-site VPN to the IaaS
Why it's wrong here
VPN only provides encrypted connectivity, not security inspection.
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Enable direct internet access for the branch
Why it's wrong here
Direct internet access would bypass the security inspection.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Cisco often tests the distinction between DNS-layer security (Umbrella DNS) and full proxy-based SIG inspection; candidates mistakenly think DNS security alone provides the same traffic inspection as a service insertion policy.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Service insertion in Cisco SD-WAN uses a centralized policy that matches traffic based on application, destination, or VPN and then forwards it to a service chain (e.g., Umbrella SIG) via a GRE or IPsec tunnel. The SD-WAN edge encapsulates the traffic and sends it to the Umbrella cloud, where it is decrypted, inspected, and re-encrypted before being forwarded to the IaaS provider. This ensures that even encrypted traffic (e.g., HTTPS) is inspected at the application layer by Umbrella's cloud-based security stack.
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.
TExam Day Tips
→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 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
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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: Configure a service insertion policy for the cloud security provider — To direct specific traffic to Cisco Umbrella SIG for cloud security inspection, you must configure a service insertion policy on the SD-WAN edge. This policy intercepts traffic based on match criteria (e.g., destination IaaS provider IP/subnet) and forwards it to the cloud security service via a secure tunnel (e.g., IPsec or TLS). Without this policy, the SD-WAN edge will not redirect traffic to Umbrella for inspection.
What should I do if I get this 350-701 question wrong?
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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