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An operations manager is worried a single network administrator could quietly push an unauthorized firewall rule. The manager wants every rule change reviewed by a second person and documented before implementation. Which control best addresses this concern?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Distractor review
Enable detailed firewall logging so each packet match is written to disk.
Incorrect. Logging helps with detection and investigation after the fact, but it does not stop an unauthorized change from being made.
B
Best answer
Require a documented change-management workflow with two approvers before any firewall rule is applied.
Correct. A documented change-management process with dual approval is an administrative control that reduces insider risk and improves accountability. It creates separation of duties, adds review before implementation, and leaves an auditable trail. That combination directly addresses the manager's concern about a single administrator making hidden changes.
C
Distractor review
Move the firewall appliance into a locked equipment rack.
Incorrect. Physical protection helps prevent tampering with the hardware, but it does not ensure a second person reviews configuration changes.
D
Distractor review
Encrypt the firewall configuration backup with a strong key.
Incorrect. Encryption protects configuration data at rest, but it does not add workflow approval or prevent unauthorized rule changes.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Require a documented change-management workflow with two approvers before any firewall rule is applied. — The best answer is the change-management workflow because the problem is governance, not just technical access. Requiring two approvers before a firewall rule is pushed introduces separation of duties and a documented review step. That lowers the chance of malicious or careless changes and gives management evidence of who approved what and when. It is a practical administrative safeguard for critical network controls. Why others are wrong: Logging is useful for detection and audits, but it is reactive. A locked rack protects the device physically, not the configuration process. Encrypting backups protects stored files, but a backup can still be changed by an authorized admin if process controls are weak. The prompt asks for the best control to stop quiet rule changes.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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