NetSec-Analyst Management And Operations Practice Question
Which TWO conditions must be met to use the Panorama/SCM 'Push' functionality to a managed firewall?
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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The firewall must be currently connected to the management service.
For a successful push, the device must be currently connected and the configuration validation must pass.
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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The firewall must have no local policies.
Why it's wrong here
Local policies can coexist, though they might be overridden.
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The firewall must be currently connected to the management service.
Why this is correct
Connection is required for command propagation.
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The user must be logged into the firewall via SSH.
Why it's wrong here
Push operations are triggered via the management channel, not SSH.
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The configuration must pass validation.
Why this is correct
A configuration must be valid to be committed.
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The firewall must be in maintenance mode.
Why it's wrong here
Maintenance mode prevents normal operation.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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