XSOAR-Engineer Planning Installation And Maintenance Practice Question
An administrator is configuring Syslog integration in Cortex XSOAR to forward security alerts. Which transport layer security options are supported when sending logs to a remote SIEM via Syslog?
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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UDP, TCP, and TLS (Encrypted TCP)
Cortex XSOAR Syslog integration supports UDP, TCP, and TLS-secured TCP connections for log forwarding.
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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UDP only
Why it's wrong here
UDP is supported, but TLS and TCP are also supported.
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UDP and TCP (Plaintext only)
Why it's wrong here
TLS encryption is also supported for secure log transmission.
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HTTPS REST API only
Why it's wrong here
Syslog is distinct from HTTPS REST API forwarding.
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UDP, TCP, and TLS (Encrypted TCP)
Why this is correct
Cortex XSOAR supports UDP, TCP, and TLS options for Syslog forwarding to ensure secure transport.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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