CAS-004 Security Architecture Practice Question
An organization is implementing SASE to secure remote user access. Which component of SASE is responsible for enforcing identity-based access policies and inspecting traffic?
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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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Secure Web Gateway
SWG (Secure Web Gateway) enforces security policies for web traffic, including URL filtering, malware detection, and data loss prevention.
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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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SD-WAN
Why it's wrong here
SD-WAN optimizes network connectivity, not security policy enforcement.
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Cloud Access Security Broker
Why it's wrong here
CASB focuses on cloud application security, not general web traffic.
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Next-Generation Firewall
Why it's wrong here
NGFW is a component but in SASE, SWG typically handles web traffic inspection.
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Secure Web Gateway
Why this is correct
SWG enforces web security policies and inspects traffic.
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