ACCESS-DEF Questions and Answers

The user behavior risk score in CyberArk Defender Access is influenced by a variety of factors that can indicate potentially risky behavior or anomalies. Geolocation is a significant factor as it can signal unusual access patterns if logins are occurring from locations not typically associated with the user1. The AD joined status of a device is also a critical factor, as devices that are not part of the Active Directory may represent a higher risk when accessing resources2.

References:

• CyberArk’s official documentation on configuring risk-based access control highlights the importance of location as a risk factor and describes how to adjust individual risk factor weights1.
• The CyberArk Docs also detail how administrators can assign unique risk scores based on variables like geo-location data and the AD joined status of the device23.

 Integrated Windows Authentication (IWA) and FIDO2 Authentication are two methods that can enable a user to bypass the default authentication rules and profile when logging on to the User Portal. IWA allows users to authenticate using their Windows credentials, which can be configured to bypass additional authentication challenges. FIDO2 is a modern authentication standard that supports passwordless authentication, which can also be set up to bypass the default authentication mechanisms.

References: The information is based on CyberArk’s official documentation, which provides details on configuring multi-factor authentication (MFA) for the User Portal and the ability to bypass user authentication for launching applications12.

• Secure communication between a company's internal network (AD or LDAP) and CyberArk Identity: is a connector function
• Radius Server and Client: is a connector function
• VPN gateway: is not a connector function
• User Behavior Analytics gateway: is not a connector function
• App gateway: is a connector function
• Integrated Windows authentication (IWA): is a connector function
• LDAP proxy: is a connector function
• Firewall: is not a connector function

CyberArk Identity connectors serve as bridges between CyberArk Identity and other components of an organization's IT infrastructure:

• Secure communication with a company's internal directory services like Active Directory (AD) or Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) is facilitated by CyberArk Identity connectors to ensure secure user authentication and synchronization.
• Radius Server and Client functionality is often supported by CyberArk Identity connectors to enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) and integrate with various network devices and services.
• VPN gateways are typically separate network devices or services that handle the security for virtual private network traffic and are not managed by CyberArk Identity connectors.
• User Behavior Analytics (UBA) gateways are specialized services for analyzing user activities and detecting potential security threats; they are separate from the standard connector functions.
• App gateways refer to application gateways that manage traffic to web applications, which can be part of CyberArk Identity's connector functionalities for single sign-on (SSO) and secure application access.
• Integrated Windows Authentication (IWA) is a secure method for users to sign in to applications that can be facilitated by CyberArk Identity connectors to allow seamless authentication.
• LDAP proxy functionality is within the scope of CyberArk Identity connectors to provide additional security and abstraction layers for LDAP operations.
• Firewall management is beyond the scope of CyberArk Identity connectors as it is a network security system that controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

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.

The App Gateway allows users to access on-premise applications from anywhere without a VPN. For applications that use the App Gateway, the connection from the user travels the same network pathways already in place. CyberArk Identity connects to the CyberArk Identity Connector through the firewall, which then connects to the on-premise directory service for authentication and authorization. This setup simplifies the user experience by allowing them to use the same URL to access the application whether they are on the internal network or outside the corporate network.

References:

• CyberArk’s official documentation on configuring an application to use App Gateway1.
• CyberArk’s overview of the App Gateway feature2.

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.

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.

In general, authentication policies in systems like CyberArk’s may have certain behaviors:

• If a user mistypes their username, it’s possible that the system will still prompt for MFA to avoid revealing whether the username is correct or not, which can be a security measure.
• Similarly, if a user mistypes their password but has set up a mobile authenticator, the system might still send a push notification to prevent giving clues about the correctness of the password.
• It’s common for systems not to notify users of which particular challenge they failed, as this can be a security risk.
• If a security question is set up as an MFA and the user mistypes their password, the security question might not be presented, depending on the system’s configuration.
• When the first factor is a password and the user is an Active Directory user, if the Active Directory service is unavailable, the user typically cannot authenticate, and the system might display a message indicating the service is not available.

References: The explanation provided is based on common practices and principles of multi-factor authentication and does not reference specific ACC-DEF course materials. For detailed and accurate information, please refer to the official CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) documentation and resources12.

The CyberArk Identity service that provides a list of pre-built app connectors is the AppCatalogue. This feature allows users to access and manage a variety of application connectors that are designed to facilitate integration with CyberArk Identity for Single Sign-On and Multi-Factor Authentication.

References: The information is supported by CyberArk’s documentation, which mentions the availability of pre-built app templates within the CyberArk Identity Application Network as part of their collaboration program1.

• Application: displays the web applications the system administrator has assigned to user
• Devices: lists mobile apps enrolled in CyberArk Identity
• Activity: displays all portal logs
• Account: provides the ability for users to change their password and modify information

In CyberArk's User Portal, each tab is designed to give users and administrators quick access to different functionalities and information:

• The Application tab shows the user all the web applications that they have access to, which can include both those assigned by a system administrator and any that the user has added themselves.
• The Devices tab is where users can find all their mobile devices that are currently enrolled with CyberArk Identity, providing an overview of the devices they have secured access from.
• The Activity tab is crucial for auditing and security as it logs all portal activities, which can include login attempts, changes made, and other significant actions that need to be tracked for security and compliance purposes.
• Finally, the Account tab is a personal settings area where users can manage their account details, such as changing their password or updating personal information, ensuring that their credentials and access details are current and secure.

In a typical MFA configuration, users are often allowed to answer security questions as part of the authentication process. This can be an admin-defined question, a user-defined question, or both. The requirement for the number of questions and the minimum number of characters in the answers can vary based on the organization’s security policy.References: This explanation is based on common MFA practices and not on specific CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) course materials.

For detailed and accurate information, please refer to the official CyberArk Defender Access (ACC-DEF) course materials or contact a certified CyberArk instructor.

The “Land and Catch” feature is supported by browsers that are compatible with the CyberArk Identity Browser Extension. This feature allows users to add applications to their User Portal by recognizing when users enter credentials and offering to store the user’s credentials. The supported browsers for this feature are Google Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge12.

References: The information about supported browsers for the “Land and Catch” feature can be found in the CyberArk public documentation and the CyberArk training resources123. It’s important to note that the Browser Extension for Internet Explorer and Safari is deprecated, which means these browsers are no longer supported for new features like "Land and Catch"2.

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.

CyberArk Identity’s App Gateway is designed to provide secure remote access to on-premises applications without the need for VPNs, code changes, or additional infrastructure. It enables users to access on-premises apps such as an Oracle web app by extending Single Sign-On (SSO), adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and fine-grained access policies to these applications. This ensures that users can authenticate once and gain one-click access to all the apps they need, including on-premises Oracle web apps, in a secure manner. References: The information is based on CyberArk’s official documentation and resources which detail the capabilities of the App Gateway feature, specifically its ability to secure remote access to on-premises applications like Oracle web apps12.