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SISE Endpoint Compliance Practice Question

What is the purpose of the 'Posture Discovery' phase?

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

To identify if posture is required for the session

Discovery is the initial communication where the agent identifies the ISE PSN and checks if a posture policy exists.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • To verify the user credentials

    Why it's wrong here

    Credentials are verified during authentication, not posture discovery.

  • To remediate non-compliant endpoints

    Why it's wrong here

    Remediation happens after a failed assessment.

  • To identify if posture is required for the session

    Why this is correct

    Discovery determines the policy applicability.

  • To determine if the endpoint is compliant

    Why it's wrong here

    This happens during the 'Assessment' phase.

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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint

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