What potential issue can affect the connectivity of a PCE?

A PCE (Policy Compute Engine) is crucial for managing and enforcing security policies across a network. One significant potential issue that can affect PCE connectivity is database issues. The PCE relies heavily on its database to store information related to the policies it enforces, the assets it manages, and the state of various components within the network. If there are issues with the database—such as corruption, misconfiguration, or connectivity problems—it can lead to difficulties in processing requests, retrieving necessary data, and ultimately enforcing security rules.

Database issues can manifest in various ways, such as slow queries, downtime, or inability to access critical information, all of which can directly impair the PCE’s functionality. Having a reliable and well-functioning database is essential for maintaining effective communication and ensuring that policies are applied consistently across the environment. This underscores the importance of monitoring database health as part of the broader operational strategy within an Illumio deployment.