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HPE Aruba Networking Certified Network Security Professional Free Sample Questions

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Covers PKI and security terminology, device hardening, AAA for secure WLAN and wired AOS-CX, SD-Branch WAN security, endpoint classification, threat detection and Central alerts, and forensics.

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HPE7-A02 Sample Questions

  1. Question 1

    Advanced

    Define Security Terminology · Describe PKI Dependencies

    A network architect is designing a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for a high-security environment using HPE Aruba Networking solutions. The design requires mutual authentication (EAP-TLS) for all corporate endpoints. The architect must ensure that if an Intermediate Certificate Authority (CA) is compromised, the revocation status can be checked immediately without waiting for the next CRL update interval. Which PKI mechanism should be prioritized in the ClearPass Policy Manager authentication source configuration to meet this requirement?

    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: B

    OCSP (Online Certificate Status Protocol) provides real-time certificate status checks. Unlike CRLs (Certificate Revocation Lists), which are downloaded periodically and may have a latency window where a revoked certificate is still accepted, OCSP queries the CA's responder directly at the time of authentication. For high-security environments requiring immediate revocation validation, OCSP is the superior mechanism.

  2. Question 2

    Intermediate

    Define Security Terminology · Mitigate Threats Using CPDI

    A security administrator is integrating ClearPass Device Insight (CPDI) with ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM). The goal is to quarantine IoT devices that start exhibiting anomalous traffic patterns, such as a thermostat attempting to communicate with an external FTP server. What is the correct workflow to automate this response?

    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: D

    The integration relies on CPDI analyzing traffic and tagging devices (e.g., 'Anomalous-Behavior'). CPPM is configured to read these tags (often via endpoint attributes synced or polled) and use them in Enforcement Policies. When the tag appears, CPPM can trigger a Change of Authorization (CoA) to move the device to a quarantine VLAN.

  3. Question 3

    IntermediateMultiple answers

    Define Security Terminology · Explain the Methods and Benefits of Profiling

    Which of the following methods are considered 'Active' profiling techniques used by ClearPass to classify endpoints? (Select TWO)

    Answer and explanation

    Correct answers: A, E

    WMI scanning involves the profiler logging into or querying the Windows endpoint to gather system details, which is an active profiling technique.

    Active profiling involves the profiler initiating traffic to the endpoint. Sending an SNMP query (e.g., OID request) is an active method.

  4. Question 4

    Beginner

    Define Security Terminology · Explain How Aruba Solutions Apply to Different Security Vectors

    A network consultant is mapping HPE Aruba Networking solutions to the 'Defense-in-Depth' security model. Which component is primarily responsible for the 'Network Access Control' layer, ensuring that only authenticated and compliant devices can connect to the network infrastructure?

    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: A

    ClearPass Policy Manager is the core Network Access Control (NAC) solution in the HPE Aruba Networking portfolio. It handles AAA (Authentication, Authorization, Accounting) and policy enforcement for wired, wireless, and VPN users.

  5. Question 5

    Intermediate

    Define Security Terminology · Explain Zero Trust Security with Aruba Solutions

    In the context of HPE Aruba Networking's Zero Trust Security framework, what is the primary role of 'Dynamic Segmentation'?

    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: A

    Dynamic Segmentation (specifically User-Based Tunneling) extends the Policy Enforcement Firewall (PEF) capabilities of the gateway to the wired edge. It allows traffic to be tunneled back to the gateway where a single, consistent security policy is applied, regardless of port or VLAN, adhering to Zero Trust principles of least privilege and micro-segmentation.

  6. Question 6

    Beginner

    Define Security Terminology · Explain WIPS and WIDS

    True or False: A Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) is capable of automatically performing deauthentication attacks to contain a Rogue AP.

    Answer and explanation

    Correct answer: B

    False. WIDS (Detection System) only detects and alerts on threats. WIPS (Prevention System) is required to take active countermeasures like containment (deauthentication).

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