Consul 1.15 Service Mesh With Consul Connect Practice Question
When using 'Consul Connect native' integration, how does the application handle mTLS?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The application uses the local Consul agent API to fetch identity certificates.
In native integration, the application uses the Consul API to retrieve certificates and handles the mTLS handshake itself.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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mTLS is disabled by default for native apps.
Why it's wrong here
mTLS remains a core feature of Connect.
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The application uses the local Consul agent API to fetch identity certificates.
Why this is correct
Native apps use the Consul secret API to get their identity.
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The sidecar proxy handles all mTLS.
Why it's wrong here
Native integration bypasses the proxy for mTLS.
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The Consul agent performs the TLS handshake on behalf of the app.
Why it's wrong here
The app performs the handshake directly.
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