Cybersecurity-Apprentice Network Security Practice Question
An enterprise requires remote access users to connect securely via GlobalProtect. Which TWO authentication methods are natively supported by PAN-OS for verifying GlobalProtect user credentials? (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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SAML
PAN-OS supports multiple authentication methods including RADIUS, LDAP, SAML, Kerberos, and local database authentication.
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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SAML
Why this is correct
SAML authentication is supported for modern IdP integration.
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IPsec Pre-Shared Key exchange exclusively without user credentials
Why it's wrong here
PSK is for tunnel establishment, not individual user authentication.
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RADIUS
Why this is correct
RADIUS is natively supported via Authentication Profiles.
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WPA3 Enterprise 802.1X
Why it's wrong here
WPA3 is a wireless security protocol, not a firewall user authentication backend.
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SNMPv3 localized USM passwords
Why it's wrong here
SNMPv3 is for management monitoring, not user authentication.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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