NetSec-Pro Network Security Fundamentals Practice Question
An administrator wants to block a specific file type from being uploaded. Which profile is required?
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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File Blocking
File Blocking profiles are designed to block specific file types based on the file extension and type.
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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URL Filtering
Why it's wrong here
URL filtering blocks URLs, not files.
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File Blocking
Why this is correct
File blocking is used to restrict uploads/downloads.
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Vulnerability Protection
Why it's wrong here
Vulnerability protection focuses on exploits.
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Anti-Virus
Why it's wrong here
Anti-virus detects malicious content, not file types.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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