SAUTO Network Security Practice Question
Which Cisco security product uses the pxGrid framework to share contextual information with other network devices?
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
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Cisco ISE
Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) is the primary platform that utilizes pxGrid to share identity and policy context across the network ecosystem.
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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Cisco ISE
Why this is correct
ISE is the core identity platform for pxGrid integration.
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Cisco Firepower
Why it's wrong here
While it consumes pxGrid data, ISE is the source provider.
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Cisco ASA
Why it's wrong here
The ASA does not act as a pxGrid controller.
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Cisco Umbrella
Why it's wrong here
Umbrella provides DNS-layer security and uses different APIs.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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