- A
Configure the AMP connector policy to submit files to the on-premises Threat Grid appliance.
The connector policy must specify the Threat Grid appliance as the target for file analysis.
- B
Enable SSL decryption in the AMP connector policy.
Why wrong: SSL decryption is not a prerequisite for Threat Grid file analysis; it may be used for other purposes.
- C
Register the Threat Grid appliance in the AMP cloud as a private analysis provider.
The AMP cloud needs to know the Threat Grid appliance exists to route file analysis requests.
- D
Ensure the firewall allows inbound traffic to the Threat Grid appliance from the internet.
Why wrong: The firewall should allow outbound traffic from endpoints to the Threat Grid appliance, not inbound.
- E
Install the Cisco Threat Grid Connector on each endpoint.
Why wrong: The Threat Grid Connector is a separate product; AMP connectors do not require it for file submission.
Quick Answer
The correct answer is that you must configure the AMP for Endpoints connector policy to submit files to the on-premises Threat Grid appliance and register the Threat Grid appliance in the AMP cloud as a private analysis provider. These two steps work together because the connector policy tells the endpoint agent where to send suspicious files, while the registration creates a secure TLS tunnel between the AMP cloud and your local appliance, enabling encrypted file submission and result retrieval. On the Cisco SCOR 350-701 exam, this question tests your understanding of hybrid cloud-on-premises integration, often appearing as a multi-select scenario where one distractor suggests configuring the Threat Grid directly in the endpoint connector without cloud registration. A common trap is forgetting that the AMP cloud must first authorize the on-premises appliance as a trusted private provider before any file analysis can occur. Remember the pairing: policy directs the endpoint, registration authorizes the tunnel.
350-701 Endpoint Protection and Detection Practice Question
This 350-701 practice question tests your understanding of endpoint protection and detection. 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.
Which TWO configuration steps are required to enable Cisco AMP for Endpoints to use the Threat Grid appliance for file analysis?
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
Configure the AMP connector policy to submit files to the on-premises Threat Grid appliance.
Option A is correct because the AMP for Endpoints connector policy must be configured to submit files to the on-premises Threat Grid appliance. This directs the endpoint connector to send suspicious files to the local Threat Grid for dynamic analysis instead of the public cloud. Option C is correct because the Threat Grid appliance must be registered in the AMP cloud as a private analysis provider, which creates a secure tunnel (using TLS) between the AMP cloud and the on-premises appliance, enabling file submission and result retrieval.
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.
- ✓
Configure the AMP connector policy to submit files to the on-premises Threat Grid appliance.
Why this is correct
The connector policy must specify the Threat Grid appliance as the target for file analysis.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Enable SSL decryption in the AMP connector policy.
Why it's wrong here
SSL decryption is not a prerequisite for Threat Grid file analysis; it may be used for other purposes.
- ✓
Register the Threat Grid appliance in the AMP cloud as a private analysis provider.
Why this is correct
The AMP cloud needs to know the Threat Grid appliance exists to route file analysis requests.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Ensure the firewall allows inbound traffic to the Threat Grid appliance from the internet.
Why it's wrong here
The firewall should allow outbound traffic from endpoints to the Threat Grid appliance, not inbound.
- ✗
Install the Cisco Threat Grid Connector on each endpoint.
Why it's wrong here
The Threat Grid Connector is a separate product; AMP connectors do not require it for file submission.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Cisco often tests the misconception that inbound firewall rules are needed for on-premises appliances, when in fact the Threat Grid appliance initiates outbound connections to the AMP cloud, making option D a common distractor.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Under the hood, the AMP connector policy uses a file submission API that sends SHA-256 hashes first for cache lookup, then uploads the file to the configured Threat Grid appliance via HTTPS. The private analysis provider registration creates a unique API key and certificate pair, ensuring that only authorized appliances can receive submissions. In a real-world scenario, if the Threat Grid appliance is behind NAT, the outbound-only tunnel avoids complex firewall rules while still allowing secure file analysis.
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 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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Endpoint Protection and Detection — This question tests Endpoint Protection and Detection — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Configure the AMP connector policy to submit files to the on-premises Threat Grid appliance. — Option A is correct because the AMP for Endpoints connector policy must be configured to submit files to the on-premises Threat Grid appliance. This directs the endpoint connector to send suspicious files to the local Threat Grid for dynamic analysis instead of the public cloud. Option C is correct because the Threat Grid appliance must be registered in the AMP cloud as a private analysis provider, which creates a secure tunnel (using TLS) between the AMP cloud and the on-premises appliance, enabling file submission and result retrieval.
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