SAUTO Cloud Web And Email Security Automation Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are valid HTTP methods supported by the Cisco Umbrella Management API?
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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POST
The Umbrella Management API follows REST principles, and POST (create) and DELETE (remove) are standard methods for managing destination lists and policies.
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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POST
Why this is correct
POST is used for creating new resources.
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CONNECT
Why it's wrong here
CONNECT is not used in the Umbrella API.
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DELETE
Why this is correct
DELETE is used for removing resources.
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HEAD
Why it's wrong here
HEAD is generally not used for resource management in this API.
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TRACE
Why it's wrong here
TRACE is not used in the Umbrella API.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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