NetSec-Pro Connectivity And Security Practice Question
Which CLI command is most effective for verifying if a specific packet is being blocked by a security policy in real-time?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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test security-policy-match source <ip> destination <ip> protocol <proto>
The 'test security-policy-match' command allows the administrator to simulate a packet flow against existing security policies to see which one matches or if it is dropped.
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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debug dataplane packet-diag
Why it's wrong here
This is for advanced packet capture and debugging, not quick policy lookup.
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test security-policy-match source <ip> destination <ip> protocol <proto>
Why this is correct
This command correctly simulates traffic flow against the policy database.
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show running security-policy
Why it's wrong here
This displays the policy configuration, not the outcome of a match.
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show session all filter source <ip>
Why it's wrong here
This shows existing sessions, not policy matching for blocked traffic.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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