Check Point Certified Security Expert - R80

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Question 1 of 479
Identify the API that is not supported by Check Point currently.
Suggested Answer: C

The correct answer is Open REST API. Check Point currently supports R80 Management API, Identity Awareness Web Services API, and OPSEC SDK. The R80 Management API is used to interact with the Security Management Server for tasks such as reading information, creating objects, and handling Security Policies. The Identity Awareness Web Services API helps manage identity data for access roles and connections. The OPSEC SDK is used for establishing and monitoring connections between different security components. Open REST API, however, is not listed among the supported APIs by Check Point.

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Question 2 of 479
SandBlast Mobile identifies threats in mobile devices by using on-device, network, and cloud-based algorithms and has four dedicated components that constantly work together to protect mobile devices and their data. Which component is NOT part of the SandBlast Mobile solution?
Suggested Answer: C
Reference:
https://community.checkpoint.com/docs/DOC-3072-sandblast-mobile-architecture-overview
Exam 156-315.80: Question 2 - Image 1 C

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Question 3 of 479
What are the different command sources that allow you to communicate with the API server?
Suggested Answer: B

The different command sources that allow you to communicate with the API server include the SmartConsole GUI Console, the mgmt_cli Tool, the Gaia CLI, and Web Services. The SmartConsole GUI Console allows users to execute API commands from a built-in command line interface. The mgmt_cli Tool is a command line tool available on both Windows and Linux that enables users to run API commands without requiring a graphical user interface. The Gaia CLI provides a command line interface on the Security Management Server where administrators can enter API commands. Web Services facilitate communication by sending API commands over an HTTPS connection. Therefore, the correct choice encompasses all these sources.

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Question 4 of 479
What makes Anti-Bot unique compared to other Threat Prevention mechanisms, such as URL Filtering, Anti-Virus, IPS, and Threat Emulation?
Suggested Answer: D

Anti-Bot is a post-infection malware protection that prevents a host from establishing a connection to a Command & Control Center, which makes it unique compared to other Threat Prevention mechanisms like URL Filtering, Anti-Virus, IPS, and Threat Emulation. This specific function helps in mitigating the impact of a compromise by blocking communications with the attacker's control servers, thereby limiting the ability of the malware to execute harmful functions or exfiltrate data.

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Question 5 of 479
Which TCP-port does CPM process listen to?
Suggested Answer: D
Reference:
https://www.checkpoint.com/downloads/products/r80.10-security-management-architecture-overview.pdf
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About the Checkpoint 156-315.80 Certification Exam

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The Checkpoint 156-315.80 (Check Point Certified Security Expert - R80) validates your knowledge and skills. Passing demonstrates proficiency and can boost your career prospects in the field.

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