SCAZT User And Device Security Practice Question
You are deploying Duo Passwordless authentication. Which factor must be verified on the endpoint before a user can successfully authenticate?
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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The endpoint must have an active WebAuthn-compliant platform authenticator
Duo Passwordless requires WebAuthn-compatible platforms (like macOS TouchID or Windows Hello) to store the cryptographic keys.
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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The user must be connected to the corporate VPN
Why it's wrong here
Passwordless is designed for cloud-first access and does not require VPN.
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The endpoint must have a Cisco AnyConnect client installed
Why it's wrong here
AnyConnect is not a prerequisite for Duo Passwordless.
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The endpoint must have the Duo Authentication Proxy installed
Why it's wrong here
The proxy is not required for client-side WebAuthn passwordless flows.
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The endpoint must have an active WebAuthn-compliant platform authenticator
Why this is correct
WebAuthn platform authenticators such as Windows Hello or TouchID are mandatory for passwordless.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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