SAUTO Network Programmability Foundation Practice Question
You are writing a Python script to interact with the Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) API. You need to authenticate to obtain an authentication token. Which HTTP method and endpoint must your script utilize to initiate this process?
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 /api/fmc_platform/v1/auth/generatetoken
The FMC API uses a POST request to the /api/fmc_platform/v1/auth/generatetoken endpoint to exchange basic authentication credentials for an access token.
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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PUT /api/fmc_platform/v1/auth/generatetoken
Why it's wrong here
PUT is used for updating existing resources.
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POST /api/fmc_platform/v1/auth/generatetoken
Why this is correct
POST is the correct method for authentication requests.
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GET /api/fmc_platform/v1/auth/generatetoken
Why it's wrong here
GET is used for retrieving resources, not for authenticating.
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POST /api/fmc_platform/v1/auth/login
Why it's wrong here
This is not the correct endpoint path for FMC authentication.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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