SAUTO Network Security Practice Question
You are performing a bulk update of Security Group Tags (SGTs) in Cisco ISE. Which mechanism should you prioritize to minimize load on the API when processing thousands of tags?
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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ISE ERS Batch API endpoints
Using the bulk API endpoints or ERS (External RESTful Services) with batch processing is the correct way to handle large datasets effectively.
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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Iterative single-POST requests
Why it's wrong here
This causes massive overhead and potential rate-limiting.
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ISE ERS Batch API endpoints
Why this is correct
The Batch API allows processing multiple resource updates in a single request.
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pxGrid streaming
Why it's wrong here
pxGrid is for real-time telemetry, not bulk configuration management.
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Direct SQL injection to the ISE DB
Why it's wrong here
Direct database modification is unsupported and dangerous.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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