NetSec-Analyst Policy Creation And Application Practice Question
Which THREE actions can be applied to a Security Policy rule?
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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Reset
Security policies can Allow, Deny, or Drop traffic, and can also Reset connections.
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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Reset
Why this is correct
Drops with TCP RST/ICMP response.
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Redirect
Why it's wrong here
Not a direct policy action.
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Encrypt
Why it's wrong here
Encryption is for decryption policy.
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Allow
Why this is correct
Permits traffic.
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Deny
Why this is correct
Drops traffic silently.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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