ISC2 CC Network Security Practice Question
An organization is selecting a network security solution to protect against advanced threats. Which THREE features are characteristic of a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)? (Select THREE.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Application identification and control
NGFWs include deep packet inspection, application awareness, and integrated IDS/IPS capabilities.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Static packet filtering based on IP and port
Why it's wrong here
That is basic packet filtering, not NGFW.
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Application identification and control
Why this is correct
NGFW can identify applications regardless of port.
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User identity awareness
Why this is correct
NGFW integrates with directory services for user-based policies.
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Stateful packet inspection
Why it's wrong here
Stateful inspection is a basic feature, not exclusive to NGFW.
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Integrated intrusion prevention system (IPS)
Why this is correct
NGFW often includes IPS to block malicious traffic.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
Internet Protocol Security
Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) is a suite of protocols that encrypts and authenticates data packets sent over IP networks to ensure private and secure communication.
Key term
Denial-of-service
A Denial-of-service (DoS) attack is an attempt to make a computer, network, or online service unavailable to its intended users by overwhelming it with fake traffic or requests.
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