NetSec-Architect Practice Question: Centralized Management And Security Automation AT Scale
An administrator is troubleshooting API connectivity issues between an external automation script and Panorama. Which TWO configuration settings on Panorama must be verified to ensure successful API access? (Choose two)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The administrator account used for API requests must have sufficient RBAC permissions to execute the requested API commands.
API access requires valid administrative credentials/keys, proper RBAC permissions for the API user, and enabled HTTPS/API services on the management profile.
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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The administrator account used for API requests must have sufficient RBAC permissions to execute the requested API commands.
Why this is correct
API requests inherit the permissions of the authenticated user; insufficient RBAC rights result in authorization errors.
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HTTPS and XML/REST API access must be enabled and permitted in the Management Profile applied to the management interface.
Why this is correct
Management profiles control which services (HTTPS, SSH, API) are accessible on management interfaces.
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The SSH daemon must be configured to allow root password login.
Why it's wrong here
PAN-OS does not permit root SSH logins; API access is handled via HTTPS web services.
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The firewall Data Plane interface must have user-id redistribution enabled.
Why it's wrong here
User-ID redistribution is unrelated to management API access.
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BGP routing must be enabled on the management interface to advertise API routes.
Why it's wrong here
Management interfaces use standard static routes, not BGP.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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