Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) provide robust security features across a

variety of use cases. Let’s analyze each option:

A . Code-embedded NGFWs provide enhanced IoT security by allowing PAN-OS code to be run on

devices that do not support embedded VM images.

This statement is incorrect. NGFWs do not operate as "code-embedded" solutions for IoT devices.

Instead, they protect IoT devices through advanced threat prevention, device identification, and

segmentation capabilities.

B . Serverless NGFW code security provides public cloud security for code-only deployments that do

not leverage VM instances or containerized services.

This is not a valid use case. Palo Alto NGFWs provide security for public cloud environments using

VM-series firewalls, CN-series (containerized firewalls), and Prisma Cloud for securing serverless

architectures. NGFWs do not operate in "code-only" environments.

C . IT/OT segmentation firewalls allow operational technology (OT) resources in plant networks to

securely interface with IT resources in the corporate network.

This is a valid use case. Palo Alto NGFWs are widely used in industrial environments to provide IT/OT

segmentation, ensuring that operational technology systems in plants or manufacturing facilities can

securely communicate with IT networks while protecting against cross-segment threats. Features like

App-ID, User-ID, and Threat Prevention are leveraged for this segmentation.

D . PAN-OS GlobalProtect gateways allow companies to run malware and exploit prevention modules

on their endpoints without installing endpoint agents.

This is incorrect. GlobalProtect gateways provide secure remote access to corporate networks and

extend the NGFW’s threat prevention capabilities to endpoints, but endpoint agents are required to

enforce malware and exploit prevention modules.

Key Takeaways:

IT/OT segmentation with NGFWs is a real and critical use case in industries like manufacturing and

utilities.

The other options describe features or scenarios that are not applicable or valid for NGFWs.

Reference:

Palo Alto Networks NGFW Use Cases

Industrial Security with NGFWs