SDSI Application Security Design Practice Question
Which Cisco solution is primarily designed to provide visibility and control over SaaS application usage within an enterprise, specifically focusing on data loss prevention and threat detection?
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 Cloudlock
Cisco Cloudlock is a cloud-native CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) specifically designed to provide visibility into SaaS applications, detect anomalous behavior, and enforce data loss prevention policies.
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 Stealthwatch
Why it's wrong here
Stealthwatch is for network traffic analysis and anomaly detection, not SaaS application-level security.
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Cisco Cloudlock
Why this is correct
Cloudlock is the designated CASB solution for SaaS security and visibility.
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Why it's wrong here
N/A
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Cisco ISE
Why it's wrong here
ISE is designed for network access control for on-premises/VPN connectivity.
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Cisco Firepower Management Center
Why it's wrong here
FMC manages network-based firewalls, not cloud SaaS application security.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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