SDSI Application Security Design Practice Question
You are designing an API security architecture for a hybrid cloud environment. Which TWO Cisco technologies would you implement to secure the API lifecycle?
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 Secure Application for AppDynamics
Cisco Secure API Gateway and Cisco Secure Application (AppDynamics) are standard for API protection.
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 Firepower
Why it's wrong here
Not specific to API lifecycle.
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Cisco ISE
Why it's wrong here
ISE is for network access control.
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Cisco Secure Application for AppDynamics
Why this is correct
Provides runtime protection and visibility for APIs.
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Cisco AnyConnect
Why it's wrong here
For VPN connectivity.
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Cisco Secure API Gateway
Why this is correct
Provides centralized API management and security.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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