SISE BYOD Practice Question
Which protocol is used by ISE to communicate with the MDM server for device status checks?
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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REST API
ISE uses REST APIs to communicate with most modern MDM solutions like AirWatch or Intune.
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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SNMP
Why it's wrong here
SNMP is used for network device management, not MDM integration.
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REST API
Why this is correct
REST API is the standard mechanism for ISE to interact with external MDM platforms.
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RADIUS
Why it's wrong here
RADIUS is used for AAA, not MDM status synchronization.
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LDAP
Why it's wrong here
LDAP is for user identity lookups, not device management.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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