NSE7 Advanced VPN and Zero Trust Practice Question
In a hub-and-spoke VPN, spokes cannot communicate with each other directly. The administrator wants to allow direct spoke-to-spoke traffic without routing through the hub. Which technology should be configured?
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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ADVPN with IKEv2
ADVPN (Auto Discovery VPN) enables shortcut tunnels between spokes after initial hub communication, allowing direct traffic.
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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Static routes on spokes
Why it's wrong here
Static routes would still force traffic through hub unless specific direct routes are added manually.
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IKEv1 with mode-config
Why it's wrong here
Mode-config assigns IPs, does not create shortcut tunnels.
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GRE over IPsec
Why it's wrong here
GRE encapsulates traffic but does not automate shortcuts.
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ADVPN with IKEv2
Why this is correct
ADVPN uses IKEv2 to dynamically establish shortcut tunnels.
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