Cybersecurity-Practitioner Cybersecurity Fundamentals Practice Question
A company's risk management framework requires multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all remote access connections. The organization utilizes GlobalProtect for remote workers. Where should the administrator configure the authentication profile to enforce MFA during the GlobalProtect connection phase?
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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Within the GlobalProtect Portal and Gateway configurations referencing an Authentication Profile tied to an MFA provider
GlobalProtect Gateway and Portal configurations reference Authentication Profiles, which integrate with external RADIUS, SAML, or LDAP servers to enforce MFA.
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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Via the Decryption policy rule pointing to an external LDAP server
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Decryption policies control SSL/TLS decryption behavior, not user authentication methods.
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Through the App-ID custom signature editor
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Custom app signatures define how traffic is recognized as an application, unrelated to user authentication.
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Within the GlobalProtect Portal and Gateway configurations referencing an Authentication Profile tied to an MFA provider
Why this is correct
Correct. GlobalProtect Portal and Gateway settings reference authentication profiles that support MFA integration (such as SAML or RADIUS).
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Inside the Zone Protection profile attached to the external untrusted zone interface
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Zone protection profiles defend against DoS and flood attacks, not user authentication.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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