SDSI Application Security Design Practice Question
Which Cisco API Security feature is used to prevent attackers from using automated scripts to brute-force API endpoints?
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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API rate limiting and behavioral analytics
Rate limiting and behavioral analysis are the primary tools to stop automated script attacks against API endpoints.
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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DNS-layer filtering
Why it's wrong here
DNS filtering operates at the network layer, not the API layer.
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API rate limiting and behavioral analytics
Why this is correct
These features detect and block the rapid-fire requests typical of brute-force scripts.
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JWT token encryption
Why it's wrong here
Encryption does not block excessive request frequency.
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Schema validation
Why it's wrong here
Schema validation checks data structure, not request frequency.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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