350-201 Question 260
Select 3A security analyst is integrating a third-party threat intelligence platform with Cisco SecureX using APIs. During testing, the analyst notices frequent API failures and inconsistent data retrieval. What constraints should the analyst consider when troubleshooting the issue?
- A
API rate limits imposed by the third-party platform
- B
Timeouts caused by network latency or server processing delays
- C
Incompatibility between JSON and XML payload formats
- D
Payload size exceeding the API's maximum allowed limit
- E
Authentication method mismatches, such as OAuth vs API key
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
When consuming APIs, constraints such as rate limits, timeouts, and payload size limits must be considered, as these can directly affect the reliability and consistency of API interactions. Understanding these constraints helps in troubleshooting and optimizing the integration process.
- A. Correct.
API rate limits restrict the number of requests allowed in a given time frame, which can cause failures if exceeded.
- B. Correct.
Timeouts can occur due to delays in the network or server response time, leading to incomplete API interactions.
- C. Incorrect.
Payload format incompatibility is unrelated to rate limits, timeouts, or payload size but could be a separate issue in API integration.
- D. Correct.
Many APIs impose a maximum payload size limit. Exceeding this limit can result in errors or rejected requests.
- E. Incorrect.
Authentication method mismatches are authentication-related issues, not constraints like rate limits, timeouts, or payload size.