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Which two characteristics accurately define the external zone? (Choose two answers)

  • A. It functions as a representation of its own VSYS when communicating with other VSYSs.
  • B. It must be associated with a dedicated virtual router for inter-VSYS traffic.
  • C. It is a logical object that is bound to a specific VSYS, not an interface.
  • D. It is a shared object that is visible to all VSYSs on the firewall.
Correct Answer: A,C

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Answer: A, C (1 vote) 100%

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Anonymous User 8 months ago
Selected: A, C
It is a logical object that is bound to a specific VSYS, not an interface. An external zone is a security object associated with a specific virtual system (VSYS) and is not linked to a physical interface or IP address. Instead, it is associated directly with a virtual system . This contrasts with other security zones which are typically bound to interfaces . When configuring an external zone, you select the VSYS to which it applies .
It functions as a representation of its own VSYS when communicating with other VSYSs. While an external zone is configured to represent a remote virtual system for communication purposes , it is created within and belongs to a specific virtual system . It serves as the logical construct within its own VSYS that enables that VSYS to establish communication paths with other virtual systems on the same firewall . Security policies within a VSYS are configured to point to or from this external zone to allow traffic to traverse to other virtual systems .