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350-701 Practice Question: Cisco TrustSec uses Security Group Tags (SGTs)…
Cisco TrustSec uses Security Group Tags (SGTs) for policy enforcement. Which two components are required for TrustSec to function? (Choose two.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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SGT assignment via ISE
TrustSec requires SGT assignment and SGT-based policies on network devices. Profiling is used to assign SGTs but is not a core component; MAB and 802.1X are authentication methods.
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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SGT assignment via ISE
Why this is correct
ISE assigns SGTs to endpoints based on identity.
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SGT enforcement on switches/firewalls
Why this is correct
Network devices enforce policies based on SGTs.
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802.1X with EAP-TLS
Why it's wrong here
802.1X can be used to authenticate users and assign SGTs, but it is not a required component for TrustSec.
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MAC Authentication Bypass
Why it's wrong here
MAB is an authentication method, not specific to TrustSec.
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Device profiling
Why it's wrong here
Profiling helps identify devices but is not mandatory for TrustSec.
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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