XDR-Engineer Cortex XDR Agent Configuration Practice Question
Which TWO components or files are typically required when deploying the Cortex XDR agent on Windows endpoints? (Choose two)
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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A valid Cortex XDR agent installation token or profile mapping
Deploying the Windows agent requires the installation package (MSI) and proper configuration/registration parameters.
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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A valid Cortex XDR agent installation token or profile mapping
Why this is correct
Registration tokens or profile mappings link the installed agent to the correct tenant and profile.
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An active GlobalProtect VPN tunnel client
Why it's wrong here
GlobalProtect is not required for Cortex XDR agent installation or operation.
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A Cisco AnyConnect configuration profile
Why it's wrong here
Third-party VPN clients are unrelated to Cortex XDR deployment.
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The Cortex XDR Windows MSI installation package
Why this is correct
The MSI package is the core installer file for Windows.
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A local Microsoft SQL Server Express instance
Why it's wrong here
Cortex XDR agents do not require local database engines.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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