Cybersecurity-Practitioner Cloud Security Practice Question
Which TWO methods can be used to authenticate remote users connecting to Prisma Access via GlobalProtect? (Choose two)
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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LDAP or RADIUS authentication profiles configured via the Cloud Identity Engine or local firewalls.
Prisma Access supports multiple authentication methods including SAML 2.0 Identity Providers (IdPs) and LDAP/RADIUS directories via Cloud Identity Engine or explicit authentication profiles.
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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LDAP or RADIUS authentication profiles configured via the Cloud Identity Engine or local firewalls.
Why this is correct
Correct. Legacy or directory-based authentication via LDAP/RADIUS is fully supported.
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Physical USB smartcard hardware serial number validation via local PAN-OS USB ports on user laptops.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Laptops connect via GlobalProtect software; USB smartcards integrate through OS certificate stores, not firewall USB ports.
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SAML 2.0 integration with enterprise identity providers (such as Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, or Ping Identity).
Why this is correct
Correct. SAML 2.0 is widely used for modern multi-factor authentication in Prisma Access.
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Plaintext HTTP Basic Authentication embedded in URL parameters.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Plaintext HTTP Basic Authentication is insecure and not supported for GlobalProtect.
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Static MAC address whitelisting on enterprise Wi-Fi routers.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Wi-Fi MAC whitelisting is a wireless LAN controller function, not a GlobalProtect authentication method.
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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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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