Splunk Splunk Certifications SPLK-2003 Questions & Answers

• Question 51:

  When assigning an input parameter to an action while building a playbook, a user notices the artifact value they are looking for does not appear in the auto-populated list.

  How is it possible to enter the unlisted artifact value?

  A. Type the CEF datapath in manually.

  B. Delete and recreate the artifact.

  C. Edit the artifact to enable the List as Parameter option for the CEF value.

  D. Edit the container to allow CEF parameters.

  Correct Answer: A

  When building a playbook in Splunk SOAR, if the desired artifact value does not appear in the auto-populated list of input parameters for an action, users have the option to manually enter the Common Event Format (CEF) datapath for that value. This allows for greater flexibility and customization in playbook design, ensuring that specific data points can be targeted even if they're not immediately visible in the interface. This manual entry of CEF datapaths allows users to directly reference the necessary data within artifacts, bypassing limitations of the auto-populated list. Options B, C, and D suggest alternative methods that are not typically used for this purpose, making option A the correct and most direct approach to entering an unlisted artifact value in a playbook action. When assigning an input parameter to an action while building a playbook, a user can use the auto-populated list of artifact values that match the expected data type for the parameter. The auto-populated list is based on the contains parameter of the action inputs and outputs, which enables contextual actions in the SOAR user interface. However, the auto-populated list may not include all the possible artifact values that can be used as parameters, especially if the artifact values are nested or have uncommon data types. In that case, the user can type the CEF datapath in manually, using the syntax artifact.., where field is the name of the artifact field, such as cef, and key is the name of the subfield within the artifact field, such as sourceAddress. Typing the CEF datapath in manually allows the user to enter the unlisted artifact value as an input parameter to the action. Therefore, option A is the correct answer, as it states how it is possible to enter the unlisted artifact value. Option B is incorrect, because deleting and recreating the artifact is not a way to enter the unlisted artifact value, but rather a way to lose the existing artifact data. Option C is incorrect, because editing the artifact to enable the List as Parameter option for the CEF value is not a way to enter the unlisted artifact value, but rather a way to make the artifact value appear in the auto-populated list. Option D is incorrect, because editing the container to allow CEF parameters is not a way to enter the unlisted artifact value, but rather a way to modify the container properties, which are not related to the action parameters. Web search results from search_web(query="Splunk SOAR Automation Developer input parameter to an action")

• Question 52:

  Which of the following is an asset ingestion setting in SOAR?

  A. Polling Interval

  B. Tag

  C. File format

  D. Operating system

  Correct Answer: A

  The asset ingestion setting 'Polling Interval' within Splunk SOAR determines how frequently the SOAR platform will poll an asset to ingest data. This setting is crucial for assets that are configured to pull in data from external sources at regular intervals. Adjusting the polling interval allows administrators to balance the need for timely data against network and system resource considerations. An asset ingestion setting is a configuration option that allows you to specify how often SOAR should poll an asset for new data. Data ingestion settings are available for assets such as QRadar, Splunk, and IMAP. To configure ingestion settings for an asset, you need to navigate to the Asset Configuration page, select the Ingest Settings tab, and edit the Polling Interval field. The Polling Interval is the number of seconds between each poll request that SOAR sends to the asset. Therefore, option A is the correct answer, as it is the only option that is an asset ingestion setting in SOAR. Option B is incorrect, because Tag is not an asset ingestion setting, but a way of labeling an asset for easier identification and filtering. Option C is incorrect, because File format is not an asset ingestion setting, but a way of specifying the format of the data that is ingested from an asset. Option D is incorrect, because Operating system is not an asset ingestion setting, but a way of identifying the type of system that an asset runs on. Configure ingest settings for a Splunk SOAR (On-premises) asset

• Question 53:

  Which of the following is a reason to create a new role in SOAR?

  A. To define a set of users who have access to a special label.

  B. To define a set of users who have access to a restricted app.

  C. To define a set of users who have access to an event's reports.

  D. To define a set of users who have access to a sensitive tag.

  Correct Answer: A

  Creating a new role in Splunk SOAR is often done to define a set of users who have specific access rights, such as access to a special label. Labels in SOAR can be used to categorize data and control access. By assigning a role with access to a particular label, administrators can ensure that only a specific group of users can view or interact with containers, events, or artifacts that have been tagged with that label, thus maintaining control over sensitive data or operations.

• Question 54:

  How does a user determine which app actions are available?

  A. Add an action block to a playbook canvas area.

  B. Search the Apps category in the global search field.

  C. From the Apps menu, click the supported actions dropdown for each app.

  D. In the visual playbook editor, click Active and click the Available App Actions dropdown.

  Correct Answer: A

  A user can determine which app actions are available by adding an action block to a playbook canvas area. The action block will show a list of all the apps installed on the Phantom system and the actions supported by each app. The other options do not provide a comprehensive view of the app actions available. Reference, page 11. In Splunk Phantom, to determine which app actions are available, a user can add an action block to the playbook canvas area within the visual playbook editor. The action block will present a list of available apps and their associated actions that the user can choose from. This method provides a user-friendly way to browse and select from the various actions that can be incorporated into the automation workflows (playbooks). The visual playbook editor is a key component of Phantom, allowing users to design, edit, and manage playbooks via a graphical interface.

• Question 55:

  Which of the following expressions will output debug information to the debug window in the Visual Playbook Editor?

  A. phantom.debug()

  B. phantom.exception()

  C. phantom.print ()

  D. phantom.assert()

  Correct Answer: A

  The phantom.debug() function is used within Splunk SOAR playbooks to output debug information to the debug window in the Visual Playbook Editor. This function is instrumental in troubleshooting and developing playbooks, as it allows developers to print out variables, messages, or any relevant information that can help in understanding the flow of the playbook, the data being processed, and any issues that might arise during execution. This debugging tool is essential for ensuring that playbooks are functioning as intended and for diagnosing any problems that may occur.

• Question 56:

  When configuring a Splunk asset for SOAR to connect to a Splunk Cloud instance, the user discovers that they need to be able to run two different on_poll searches. How is this possible?

  A. Install a second Splunk app and configure the query in the second app.

  B. Configure the second query in the Splunk App for SOAR Export.

  C. Enter the two queries in the asset as comma separated values.

  D. Configure a second Splunk asset with the second query.

  Correct Answer: C

  In Splunk SOAR, if a user needs to run two different on_poll searches for a Splunk Cloud instance, the way to achieve this is to configure a second Splunk asset specifically for the second query. Each asset can be configured with its own

  on_poll search, allowing multiple searches to be run at their respective intervals. This method provides flexibility and ensures that each search can be managed and configured individually.

  The correct way to run two different on_poll searches from a Splunk Cloud instance to Splunk SOAR is to configure a second Splunk asset with the second query. Each Splunk asset in Splunk SOAR can only have one query for the on_poll

  event, which defines which events to pull in and when to pull them in. Therefore, if you need to run two different queries, you need to create two separate Splunk assets and configure them with the respective queries. The other options are

  either not possible or not effective for this purpose. For example:

  Installing a second Splunk app in Splunk SOAR will not help, as the app is just a container for the actions and assets, not the source of the data.

  Configuring the second query in the Splunk App for SOAR Export will not work, as this app is used to forward events from the Splunk platform to Splunk SOAR, not to pull them in.

  Entering the two queries in the asset as comma separated values will not work, as the asset will only accept one valid query for the on_poll event.

• Question 57:

  Which Phantom VPE Nock S used to add information to custom lists?

  A. Action blocks

  B. Filter blocks

  C. API blocks

  D. Decision blocks

  Correct Answer: C

  Filter blocks are used to add information to custom lists in Phantom VPE. Filter blocks allow the user to specify a list name and a filter expression to select the data to be added to the list. Action blocks are used to execute app actions, API blocks are used to make REST API calls, and decision blocks are used to evaluate conditions and branch the playbook execution. In the Phantom Visual Playbook Editor (VPE), an API block is used to interact with various external APIs, including custom lists within Phantom. Custom lists are key-value stores that can be used to maintain state, aggregate data, or track information across multiple playbook runs. API blocks allow the playbook to make GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE requests to these lists, facilitating the addition, retrieval, update, or removal of information. This makes API blocks a versatile tool in managing custom list data within playbooks.

• Question 58:

  Where in SOAR can a user view the JSON data for a container?

  A. In the analyst queue.

  B. On the Investigation page.

  C. In the data ingestion display.

  D. In the audit log.

  Correct Answer: B

  In Splunk SOAR, the Investigation page is where users can delve into the details of containers, artifacts, and actions. It provides a comprehensive view of the incident or event under investigation, including the JSON data associated with containers. This JSON data represents the structured information about the container, including its attributes, artifacts, and actions taken within the playbook. Options A, C, and D do not typically provide a direct view of the container's JSON data, making option B the correct answer for where a user can view this information within SOAR. A container is the top-level data structure that SOAR playbook APIs operate on. Every container is a structured JSON object which can nest more arbitrary JSON objects, that represent artifacts. A container is the top-level object against which automation is run. To view the JSON data for a container, you need to navigate to the Investigation page, which shows the details of a container, such as its name, label, owner, status, severity, and artifacts. On the Investigation page, you can click on the JSON tab, which displays the JSON representation of the container and its artifacts. Therefore, option B is the correct answer, as it states where in SOAR a user can view the JSON data for a container. Option A is incorrect, because the analyst queue is not where a user can view the JSON data for a container, but rather where a user can view the list of containers assigned to them or their team. Option C is incorrect, because the data ingestion display is not where a user can view the JSON data for a container, but rather where a user can view the status and configuration of the data sources that ingest data into SOAR. Option D is incorrect, because the audit log is not where a user can view the JSON data for a container, but rather where a user can view the history of actions performed on the SOAR system, such as creating, updating, or deleting objects. Understanding containers in Splunk SOAR (Cloud)

• Question 59:

  Without customizing container status within SOAR, what are the three types of status for a container?

  A. New, Open, Resolved

  B. Low, Medium, High

  C. New, In Progress, Closed

  D. Low, Medium, Critical

  Correct Answer: C

  In Splunk SOAR, without any customization, the three default statuses for a container are New, In Progress, and Closed. These statuses are designed to reflect the lifecycle of an incident or event within the platform, from its initial detection

  and logging (New), through the investigation and response stages (In Progress), to its final resolution and closure (Closed). These statuses help in organizing and prioritizing incidents, tracking their progress, and ensuring a structured

  workflow. Options A, B, and D do not accurately represent the default container statuses within SOAR, making option C the correct answer. containers are the top-level data structure that SOAR playbook APIs operate on. Containers can

  have different statuses that indicate their state and progress in the SOAR workflow. Without customizing container status within SOAR, the three types of status for a container are:

  New: The container has been created but not yet assigned or investigated.

  In Progress: The container has been assigned and is being investigated or automated.

  Closed: The container has been resolved or dismissed and no further action is required. Therefore, option C is the correct answer, as it lists the three types of status for a container without customizing container status within SOAR. Option A

  is incorrect, because Resolved is not a type of status for a container without customizing container status within SOAR, but rather a custom status that can be defined by an administrator. Option B is incorrect, because Low, Medium, and High

  are not types of status for a container, but rather types of severity that indicate the urgency or impact of a container. Option D is incorrect, for the same reason as option B.

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• Question 60:

  What users are included in a new installation of SOAR?

  A. The admin and automation users are included by default.

  B. The admin, power, and user users are included by default.

  C. Only the admin user is included by default.

  D. No users are included by default.

  Correct Answer: A

  The admin and automation users are included by default. Comprehensive and References of