NetSec-Architect Practice Question: Multi Cloud And Hybrid Network Security Architecture
When deploying VM-Series firewalls in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), which feature must be enabled on the firewall's data plane network interfaces (NICs) to allow the firewall to process packets destined for other IP addresses (such as during routing scenarios)?
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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IP Forwarding
In GCP, instances act as routers only when IP forwarding is explicitly enabled on the network interface configuration.
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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IP Forwarding
Why this is correct
IP Forwarding must be enabled on GCP network interfaces so the VM-Series can accept and route packets not explicitly addressed to its own primary IP.
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VPC Flow Logs
Why it's wrong here
VPC Flow Logs are used for telemetry and logging, not packet forwarding.
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Shared VPC attachment
Why it's wrong here
Shared VPC relates to administrative boundaries across projects, not interface routing permissions.
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Alias IP ranges
Why it's wrong here
Alias IPs allow assigning additional secondary IPs, but do not enable routing capabilities by themselves.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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