SDSI Application Security Design Practice Question
You are designing a microsegmentation strategy using Cisco Secure Workload (formerly Tetration) for a multi-tier application. Which mechanism allows you to enforce fine-grained security policies between application tiers while maintaining visibility across the hybrid cloud?
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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Using policy-based agents on endpoints to enforce segmentation
Cisco Secure Workload uses software agents on endpoints to enforce microsegmentation policies based on workload identity, rather than IP addresses.
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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Applying static ACLs on the core switch
Why it's wrong here
Static ACLs are not dynamic enough for microsegmentation and lack granular workload visibility.
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Using policy-based agents on endpoints to enforce segmentation
Why this is correct
Secure Workload agents enforce policies directly at the workload level, enabling true microsegmentation.
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Implementing Cisco ASA zone-based firewalling
Why it's wrong here
While it provides segmentation, it is typically for perimeter or inter-VLAN traffic, not workload-to-workload microsegmentation.
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Configuring VRF-Lite on the distribution layer
Why it's wrong here
VRFs provide macro-segmentation, not the fine-grained control required for microsegmentation.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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