SDSI Risk Events And Requirements Practice Question
A design requirements gathering phase identifies that users frequently access untrusted SaaS applications. Which Cisco solution should be included to mitigate data exfiltration risks?
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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Cisco Umbrella with CASB capability enabled.
Cisco Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) functionality within Cisco Umbrella provides visibility and control over SaaS usage.
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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Cisco Secure Firewall with IPS enabled.
Why it's wrong here
While helpful, Cloud-based CASB via Umbrella is the primary tool for SaaS exfiltration control.
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Cisco Umbrella with CASB capability enabled.
Why this is correct
Umbrella CASB provides the necessary policy enforcement for SaaS applications.
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Cisco AnyConnect VPN.
Why it's wrong here
VPN provides transport security, not SaaS application-layer control.
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Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
Why it's wrong here
ISE manages internal access, not cloud SaaS traffic.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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