Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Certified Cybersecurity Entry-level Technician (PCCET) Practice Exam

Which predefined malware signature action notifies the user that malware has been detected?

1. Isolate

2. Quarantine

3. Delete

4. Alert

The correct answer is: Alert

The predefined malware signature action that notifies the user that malware has been detected is the action typically associated with alerting users about the presence of a threat. In this context, an alert serves as a proactive measure to inform individuals or security teams of potential risks so that they can take appropriate actions. The alert action is designed to generate notifications when malware signatures match detected threats, allowing administrators or users to respond promptly to the findings. This notification can be critical for initiating further investigative and remediation efforts. In contrast, other actions such as isolate, quarantine, and delete focus on mitigating the threat rather than providing immediate information to the user. For example, isolation may prevent malware from communicating with other network resources, quarantine involves placing the malware in a secure area to prevent further harm, and delete focuses on removing detected malware entirely. While these are essential security measures, they do not inherently involve notifying the user of the detection itself.