SecOps-Architect Practice Question: Palo Alto Networks Product Integration And Architecture
An architect is configuring a Palo Alto Networks firewall and wants to ensure that administrative logins are authenticated against an external RADIUS server with multi-factor authentication. Where should the architect configure the RADIUS server profile?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Authentication Profile configured under Device > Authentication Profile referencing a RADIUS Server Profile.
Panorama or firewall Authentication Profiles allow defining RADIUS, LDAP, Kerberos, or SAML server connections for administrator and user authentication.
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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Data Filtering Profile settings.
Why it's wrong here
Data filtering stops sensitive data exfiltration.
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Zone Protection Profile settings.
Why it's wrong here
Zone Protection prevents DoS attacks.
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Authentication Profile configured under Device > Authentication Profile referencing a RADIUS Server Profile.
Why this is correct
Authentication profiles link external RADIUS server profiles to administrative authentication settings.
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URL Filtering Profile settings.
Why it's wrong here
URL filtering manages web categories.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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