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Cisco 500-285 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System |
| Exam Number: | 500-285 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Configuration, Scenario-based, Drag-and-drop, Multiple choice |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Real Exam Qty: | 55-65 |
| Passing Score: | 750-850 / 1000 (scaled) |
| Exam Price: | $300 USD |
| Related Certifications: | Cisco Firepower Security Specialist Network Security Specialist |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Recommended Training: | Cisco Firepower Management Center Documentation Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire IPS (SSFIPS) Official Training |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration Cisco Official Exam Page |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or in-person at Pearson VUE authorized test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended: CCNA Security or equivalent knowledge, hands-on experience with Cisco Firepower/Sourcefire IPS |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/training-events/training-certifications/exams/current-list/500-285p.html |
Cisco 500-285 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Correlation Policies and Advanced Features | 10% | - Correlation rule setup - Malware detection and file policies - Policy response actions |
| Object Management | 10% | - Security zone configuration - Application and URL objects - Network and port objects |
| Snort Rule Creation and Customization | 10% | - Rule syntax and structure - Rule testing and deployment - Custom rule writing |
| Event Analysis and Monitoring | 15% | - Intrusion event interpretation - Alert configuration - False positive handling - Dashboard and reporting |
| Access Control and IPS Policies | 20% | - Rule actions and conditions - Policy deployment and verification - Policy creation and editing - IPS rule tuning and filtering |
| System Administration and Device Management | 10% | - Troubleshooting connectivity - User and account management - Backup and recovery - Software updates and rule packs |
| FireSIGHT System and NGIPS Overview | 15% | - Architecture and components - Management system basics - Deployment modes |
500-285 Exam FAQ: Straight Answers for Candidates
The Cisco Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System exam includes 55-65 and runs for 90 minutes. Practice pacing with the timed modes in the Prep4SureReview engines so exam-day time pressure feels familiar rather than frightening.
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No formal prerequisites; recommended: CCNA Security or equivalent knowledge, hands-on experience with Cisco Firepower/Sourcefire IPS Since requirements can change, verify the current rules on the official Cisco exam page before scheduling.
The official Cisco Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System outline organizes the exam into 7 domains. The three largest are Snort Rule Creation and Customization (10%), Event Analysis and Monitoring (15%), and Object Management (10%). See the full list in the topics section above — the 60 practice questions at Prep4SureReview address every domain there.
The 500-285 exam is a Cisco certification exam that measures the skills defined in the Cisco Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System syllabus shown above. It feeds into these credential paths: Cisco Firepower Security Specialist, Network Security Specialist. Candidates range from students to seasoned professionals, and the material at Prep4SureReview reflects that — 60 practice questions written in accessible language, with verified answers, in PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats.
Yes — Cisco lists these recommended resources for the Cisco Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System exam:
- Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire IPS (SSFIPS) Official Training
- Cisco Firepower Management Center Documentation
After the coursework, reinforce it with the 60 practice questions from Prep4SureReview — self-paced, so you can use them whenever your schedule allows.
Registration for the Cisco Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System exam costs $300 USD, and the passing score is 750-850 / 1000 (scaled). Retakes cost the same again, which is a good reason to measure your readiness with the Prep4SureReview practice engines before booking.
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Cisco Securing Cisco Networks with Sourcefire Intrusion Prevention System Sample Questions:
Which statement is true in regard to the Sourcefire Security Intelligence lists?
- A. The global blacklist universally allows all traffic through the managed device.
- B. The Security Intelligence lists cannot be updated.
- C. The global whitelist cannot be edited.
- D. IP addresses can be added to the global blacklist by clicking on interactive graphs in Context Explorer.
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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Which option is derived from the discovery component of FireSIGHT technology?
- A. host profile
- B. authentication objects
- C. network profile
- D. connection event table view
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
Which feature of the preprocessor configuration pages lets you quickly jump to a list of the rules associated with the preprocessor that you are configuring?
- A. a button next to each preprocessor option that has a corresponding rule
- B. a filter bar
- C. the rule group accordion
- D. a link below the preprocessor heading
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
When configuring an LDAP authentication object, which server type is available?
- A. Oracle
- B. SMTP
- C. Yahoo
- D. Microsoft Active Directory
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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A context box opens when you click on an event icon in the Network File Trajectory map for a file. Which option is an element of the box?
- A. Application Protocol
- B. File Name
- C. Threat Name
- D. Scan
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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