ACCESS-DEF CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) Free Practice Exam Questions (2025 Updated)

 Within a Web App connector, the admin uses the Workflow feature to grant users access. Enabling the Workflow feature for an application allows end users to send requests for access to the application to designated users or roles for approval. Approvers can then grant access to the application permanently or for a specified time window. Granting access to the application means the users receive the View, Run, and Automatically Deploy permissions1.

References: The information is based on the CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) course and learning resources, specifically from the CyberArk documentation on managing application access requests1.

The Admin Portal: Applications Dashboard is designed to display the applications launched by users, the application type, and the number of times they were launched. This dashboard provides administrators with a useful summary and graphical representations of CyberArk Identity usage, including the total number of app launches over a specified period, which can be instrumental in monitoring and analyzing user activity patterns within an organization.

References:

CyberArk’s official documentation on viewing dashboards1.

ExamTopics’ discussion on the CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) exam questions2.

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Within the CyberArk Admin Portal under User Security Policies, the Account Unlock options allow administrators to set policies for how users can unlock their accounts:

The option to allow for Active Directory users provides the capability for users who utilize Active Directory as their directory service to unlock their own accounts, often necessary after an account has been locked due to multiple failed login attempts.

The restriction to only allow browsers with an identity cookie helps enhance security by ensuring that account unlock requests come from a browser that has already been recognized by the system, indicating a previous successful login, and thus a lower risk of fraudulent unlock attempts.

Showing a message to users on the desktop login UI that their account is locked is a direct way to inform users who are attempting to log in from their desktops that their account is currently inaccessible and action may be needed on their part.

The message explaining the account unlock experience is a user-friendly notification that informs users who have gone through the unlock process that their sign-in experience was different due to the account having been locked and subsequently unlocked, which can be a reminder of the security processes in place and the importance of maintaining secure login credentials.

The “Provisioning” feature within a Web App connector in CyberArk Identity is used to automate the process of on-boarding and off-boarding users in third-party applications. When this feature is enabled, it allows for the automatic creation, update, and deletion of user accounts in the connected application, based on the user’s status in CyberArk Identity. This ensures that access rights are granted and revoked in a timely manner, which is crucial for maintaining security and compliance within an organization.

References: The role of the provisioning feature in automating user account management can be found in the CyberArk documentation related to the CyberArk Provisioning Connector1.

To minimize the frequency of 2FA/MFA prompts, the following settings are useful:

A.Challenge Pass-Through Duration:This setting allows users to bypass additional MFA prompts for a set period after successfully completing an MFA challenge. For example, if the duration is set to 8 hours, after the user completes MFA once, they won't be prompted again for another 8 hours on the same device.

D.IP Address filter:By whitelisting certain IP addresses, such as those within the corporate network, you can configure policies that do not prompt for MFA when a user is accessing resources from a known and trusted location.

B, C, and E are not related to minimizing MFA prompts. RADIUS is an authentication provider, OATH OTP is an authentication method, and port mapping is unrelated to authentication prompts.

CyberArk Identity provides several predefined roles, but the primary ones include the ‘Everybody’ role and the ‘System Administrator’ role. The ‘Everybody’ role is assigned by default to all CyberArk Identity users. This role is essential for ensuring that all users are automatically included in the system and have access to the user portal upon their first login or device enrollment. The ‘System Administrator’ role grants full access to all the Identity Administration portal settings and is typically assigned to the initial account that sets up the CyberArk Identity service.

References: Detailed information about these roles can be found in the CyberArk documentation, which explains the purpose of each predefined role and the permissions associated with them1.

Role Management, such as add user to role: can be performed in the Admin Portal

Report Management, such as create, delete, and run reports: can be performed in the Admin Portal

CyberArk Identity User Behavior Analytics Settings Configuration, such as Models, Risk Models and Threat Intelligence: can be performed in the Admin Portal

Identity Verification, such as perform the identity verification process for end users with a mobile phone number: cannot be performed in the Admin Portal

In the CyberArk Identity Admin Portal, administrators have the capability to manage various aspects of user roles and security:

Role Management is a core function of the Admin Portal, allowing administrators to assign users to different roles, reflecting their permissions and access within the organization's resources.

Report Management is also available in the Admin Portal, providing administrators the ability to generate, modify, and delete reports that help in monitoring and auditing purposes.

CyberArk Identity User Behavior Analytics (UBA) settings configuration is part of the advanced security features that can be managed by administrators in the Admin Portal. These settings help in identifying potentially malicious activities by learning the typical behavior of users and detecting anomalies.

Identity Verification for end users, particularly actions like performing the identity verification process, is typically a user-driven process and may not be directly managed through the Admin Portal. It is generally part of the self-service capabilities provided to end users to verify and manage their identities.

Login to the User Portal.

Click the Devices page, and click Add Devices.

On the mobile device app, use the camera to scan the QR code.

Authorize the application download.

Enroll the mobile device.

The process of installing the CyberArk Identity mobile app using a QR code involves several steps to ensure a smooth and secure setup. First, the user must log into the User Portal providedby CyberArk, which is the centralized interface for managing user settings and security options. After logging in, the user navigates to the Devices page where they can manage and add new devices to their profile. The option to add a device will prompt the user to use their mobile device to scan a QR code. This QR code contains the configuration details and a link to download the mobile app. Once scanned, the mobile device will prompt the user to authorize the download of the CyberArk Identity mobile app from the app store. After the app is downloaded, the final step is to enroll the device with the user's CyberArk Identity account, which may include setting up a PIN or biometric verification and agreeing to any necessary permissions. This completes the installation and ensures the device is securely managed under the user's identity profile.

 In the context of CyberArk Identity, when dealing with websites that do not require user authentication, the appropriate connector to use is typically a Bookmark. This type of connector acts as a simple link to the website without the need for any authentication process. It’s used for quick access to web resources that are publicly available and do not require a login.

References: The information is based on general knowledge of web application connectors and their purposes. For the most accurate and detailed information, please refer to the latest CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) course materials and documents. Specific details about the use of connectors for different types of applications can be found in the CyberArk documentation12.

The CyberArk Identity App Gateway is designed to work with web-based applications that support standard authentication protocols. This includes:

SAML-Compliant Apps: These are applications that use the Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) protocol for single sign-on (SSO).

WS-Fed Enabled Apps: These applications use the WS-Federation (WS-Fed) protocol, which is another standard used for SSO.

OIDC Web Apps: OpenID Connect (OIDC) is a simple identity layer on top of the OAuth 2.0 protocol, and OIDC web apps are those that use this protocol for authentication.

The App Gateway allows secure access to these types of applications without the need for a VPN, facilitating remote access.

References: The information is based on general knowledge of SAML, WS-Fed, and OIDC protocols, and how they are typically used in conjunction with web-based application gateways like CyberArk Identity App Gateway. For the most accurate and detailed information, please refer to the latest CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) course materials and documents.

The requirement is to allow users to authenticate just once if they meet certain authentication criteria. Configuring the QR Code as a "Single Authentication Mechanism" means that if a userauthenticates using the QR Code mechanism, they won't be challenged again. It fulfills the requirement of single authentication by leveraging a secure method that doesn't require subsequent challenges once the QR code is validated. This simplifies the login process while maintaining security by utilizing a secure token that is difficult to replicate or forge.

SAML 2.0, or Security Assertion Markup Language 2.0, is a widely adopted standard for enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO) that facilitates the exchange of authentication and authorization data between parties, particularly between an identity provider and a service provider. In the context of CyberArk Identity, SAML 2.0 is used to manage authentication, allowing users to authenticate at a single location and access a range of services without re-authenticating. This standard issues XML tokens that contain assertions about the user’s identity, attributes, andentitlements, which are then consumed by the service provider to grant access to resources. References: The information is based on CyberArk’s official documentation regarding SAML integration, which outlines the role of SAML 2.0 in single sign-on processes and its implementation within the CyberArk ecosystem1.

When users are unable to enroll into the system using the enrollment code, it could be due to limitations on the number of endpoints that can join or lack of clarity in the enrollment process. By setting the maximum number of joinable endpoints to “unlimited”, you remove any restrictions on the number of devices that can be enrolled with the same code. Adding a description within the enrollment code can provide users with additional context or instructions, which may help them during the enrollment process.

References: The information is based on general best practices for managing endpoint authentication and enrollment processes. For the most accurate and detailed information, please refer to the latest CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) course materials and documents. Specific details about managing authentication certificates and enrollment can be found in the CyberArk documentation12.

In the context of UBA systems, the dataset related to updating user profiles would typically be found under the Configuration category. This category generally includes events and data related to system settings, user account configurations, and profile changes. Examining this dataset would allow an investigator to track any alterations made to user profiles, which could be relevant in an incident investigation.

References: This guidance is based on standard practices for managing and analyzing data within UBA systems. For the most accurate and detailed explanation, please refer to the official CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) study guide and course documentation, which can be found through the CyberArk training portal1.

Enabling “Workflow” within an app connector in CyberArk allows for the creation and management of approval workflows. This means that when a user requests access to an application, an approval process can be initiated where one or more designated approvers can grant or deny access. This feature is crucial for maintaining control over who has access to sensitive applications and data, ensuring that only authorized users can gain entry.

References: The information is based on the official CyberArk documentation which provides an overview of the App Gateway workflow and the actions that can be taken when “Workflow” is enabled within an app connector12. It is also supported by the content found in the CyberArk Identity documentation related to managing application access requests2.

CyberArk Identity provides a Command Line Interface (CLI) integration specifically designed for Amazon Web Services (AWS). This integration allows users to interact with AWS services using the CLI, leveraging CyberArk Identity for secure authentication and access management. The CLI integration facilitates seamless, secure access to AWS resources, ensuring that credentials are managed and protected according to CyberArk’s robust security standards.

References: The CyberArk documentation provides detailed instructions on installing and running the AWS CLI for CyberArk Identity, highlighting the steps for integrating CyberArk with AWS services12.

In the context of device enrollment settings within CyberArk's solution:

A.Send notification on device enrollment:This is a valid setting that enables administrators to be notified when a device is enrolled. It is important for maintaining visibility over the devices being added to the system.

B.Enable invite-based enrollment:This setting is valid and allows for a controlled enrollment process where users can only enroll their devices after receiving an invite. This helps in managing and securing the enrollment process by ensuring that only authorized devices are added.

 When a user enrolls a mobile device without enabling mobile device management (MDM), the following occurs: A. The device is indeed added to the Endpoints page in both the Admin and User portals. This allows for basic tracking and identification of the device within the CyberArk Identity ecosystem. B. The web applications assigned to the user are added to the Web Apps screen in the CyberArk Identity mobile app, providing the user with easy access to their applications. F. The mobile phone can be used as a multi-factor authentication (MFA) factor, which enhances security by requiring additional verification that is tied to the user’s mobile device.

These actions facilitate user access and security without the full device management capabilities that would come with MDM. It’s important to note that without MDM, certain device policies and application deployments are not automatically applied, and detailed device information is not uploaded to the Identity portal.

References: The information is based on the official CyberArk documentation which outlines the behavior and capabilities when enrolling mobile devices without MDM1. It is also supported by the content found in the CyberArk Identity documentation related to mobile app integration and user experience2.