XDR-Analyst Planning And Installation Practice Question
An administrator wants to ensure that Cortex XDR agents automatically update their software version whenever a new version is released by Palo Alto Networks. Where is this automated agent upgrade setting configured?
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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Settings > Configurations > Agent Settings > Upgrades
Agent upgrade settings are managed within the Agent Settings profiles in the Cortex XDR console.
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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Settings > Configurations > Agent Settings > Upgrades
Why this is correct
Automated agent upgrade policies are defined within the Agent Settings configuration profiles.
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Help > About > Check for Updates
Why it's wrong here
Help menu is for console information, not agent upgrade policies.
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Response > Actions > Push Update
Why it's wrong here
Response actions are for ad-hoc remediation, not automated policy configuration.
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Data Collector > Broker VM > Software Distribution
Why it's wrong here
Broker VM settings manage appliance software, not agent upgrade policies.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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