300-710 SNCF Deployment Practice Question
What is the consequence of configuring an FTD interface with 'Non-Promiscuous' mode in a virtualized deployment?
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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The FTD may fail to inspect traffic that is not destined for its interface MAC address.
In virtualized environments (like ESXi), 'Promiscuous mode' is often required on the vSwitch to allow the FTD to see traffic not destined for its own MAC address, which is essential for transparent or passive modes.
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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The FTD performance will increase.
Why it's wrong here
It limits functionality, not performance.
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The FTD may fail to inspect traffic that is not destined for its interface MAC address.
Why this is correct
The vSwitch blocks non-destined traffic unless promiscuous mode is enabled.
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The FTD will only process broadcast traffic.
Why it's wrong here
It might process some but not all required traffic.
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It forces the FTD into routed mode.
Why it's wrong here
Promiscuous mode is an infrastructure setting, not an FTD mode setting.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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