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350-701 Uses Cisco ISE for network access control Practice Question
An organization uses Cisco ISE for network access control. They want to authenticate users with certificates for strong security. Which two EAP methods support certificate-based authentication? (Choose two.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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PEAP-MSCHAPv2
EAP-TLS and PEAP-MSCHAPv2 both support certificate-based authentication, though PEAP-MSCHAPv2 uses certificates for server-side only.
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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PEAP-MSCHAPv2
Why this is correct
PEAP-MSCHAPv2 uses server certificate for tunnel establishment, then MSCHAPv2 for client authentication.
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LEAP
Why it's wrong here
LEAP uses passwords and is deprecated.
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EAP-MD5
Why it's wrong here
EAP-MD5 uses passwords, not certificates.
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EAP-TLS
Why this is correct
EAP-TLS uses client and server certificates for mutual authentication.
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EAP-FAST
Why it's wrong here
EAP-FAST uses a PAC, not certificates, though it can be configured with certificates.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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