NGFW-Engineer PAN OS Networking Configuration Practice Question
Which THREE items can be used as a 'Source' in a security policy?
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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User
Policies can use addresses, address groups, or users as the source of traffic.
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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User
Why this is correct
Identity-based source.
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Virtual Router name
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid source.
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Address group
Why this is correct
Standard source.
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Address object
Why this is correct
Standard source.
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Interface speed
Why it's wrong here
Not a valid source.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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