Zero-day malware attacks are sophisticated threats that exploit previously unknown vulnerabilities or
malware signatures. To provide protection against such attacks, the appropriate Cloud-Delivered
Security Service subscription must be included.
Why "Advanced WildFire" (Correct Answer C)?
Advanced WildFire is Palo Alto Networks’ sandboxing solution that identifies and prevents zero-day
malware. It uses machine learning, dynamic analysis, and static analysis to detect unknown malware
in real time.
Files and executables are analyzed in the cloud-based sandbox, and protections are shared globally
within minutes.
Advanced WildFire specifically addresses zero-day threats by dynamically analyzing suspicious files
and generating new signatures.
Why not "AI Access Security" (Option A)?
AI Access Security is designed to secure SaaS applications by monitoring and enforcing data
protection and compliance. While useful for SaaS security, it does not focus on detecting or
preventing zero-day malware.
Why not "Advanced Threat Prevention" (Option B)?
Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) focuses on detecting zero-day exploits (e.g., SQL injection, buffer
overflows) using inline deep learning but is not specifically designed to analyze and prevent zero-day
malware. ATP complements Advanced WildFire, but WildFire is the primary solution for malware
detection.
Why not "App-ID" (Option D)?
App-ID identifies and controls applications on the network. While it improves visibility and security
posture, it does not address zero-day malware detection or prevention.
Reference: Palo Alto Networks Advanced WildFire documentation confirms its role in detecting and
preventing zero-day malware through advanced analysis techniques.