SAUTO Network Security Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are mandatory components of an HTTP REST request? (Choose three)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Target URL/URI
A valid HTTP request must include the method, the destination URL, and appropriate headers.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Target URL/URI
Why this is correct
Mandatory to specify the endpoint.
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HTTP Method (GET, POST, etc.)
Why this is correct
Method defines the action.
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Request Body
Why it's wrong here
Not mandatory for all requests (e.g., GET).
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Request Headers
Why this is correct
Headers carry context and auth.
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Database Password
Why it's wrong here
Passwords are not part of the request structure.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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