CloudSec-Pro Practice Question: Data Protection And Incident Response IN Cloud
An incident response team discovers an anomalous API call pattern originating from an EC2 instance. They are using Prisma Cloud Compute. Which action should be taken to perform a forensic analysis of the containerized process?
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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Use the 'Compute' > 'Defend' > 'Runtime' > 'Process' policy to trigger a forensic capture on detection
Prisma Cloud Compute provides 'Runtime Security' features, including the ability to trigger a forensic snapshot or capture process logs when an alert is triggered.
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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Update the AWS Security Group to block all inbound traffic
Why it's wrong here
This does not provide forensic data regarding the internal process execution.
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Restart the container to clear memory
Why it's wrong here
Restarting clears volatile memory evidence.
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Use the 'Compute' > 'Defend' > 'Runtime' > 'Process' policy to trigger a forensic capture on detection
Why this is correct
Forensic captures are a native capability of Prisma Cloud Compute runtime policies.
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Delete the EC2 instance immediately to stop the breach
Why it's wrong here
Immediate deletion destroys evidence needed for forensic analysis.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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