SISE Policy Enforcement Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are steps required to configure Cisco ISE for TACACS+ command authorization?
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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Define a Shell Profile
You must create the Command Sets, define the Shell Profiles, and create the Device Administration Policy.
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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Define a Shell Profile
Why this is correct
Shell profiles define the CLI environment.
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Configure an SGT
Why it's wrong here
SGTs are for RADIUS, not TACACS+.
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Create a Device Administration Policy
Why this is correct
The policy rule ties the user to the command set and shell profile.
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Define a Command Set
Why this is correct
Command sets define which commands are allowed.
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Enable MAB
Why it's wrong here
MAB is for wired/wireless access, not admin access.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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