ICA Traffic Management Practice Question
How do you specify a custom header match in a VirtualService?
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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Using the match field in a VirtualService
The match block within a VirtualService route supports header matching using the headers key.
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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Using a DestinationRule
Why it's wrong here
DestinationRules do not support header matching.
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Using a ServiceEntry
Why it's wrong here
ServiceEntry does not support routing logic.
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Using a Gateway
Why it's wrong here
Gateway defines the listener but not the routing match.
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Using the match field in a VirtualService
Why this is correct
match allows defining criteria like headers to select routes.
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