SAUTO Advanced Threat And Endpoint Security Practice Question
When using the Cisco Umbrella Reporting API, which format is the default output for retrieving threat activity logs to ensure compatibility with most data analysis tools?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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JSON
The Cisco Umbrella Reporting API defaults to JSON format, which is the standard for most security automation and data analysis platforms.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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XML
Why it's wrong here
While some legacy systems use XML, Umbrella defaults to JSON.
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Binary
Why it's wrong here
The Reporting API does not return raw binary logs by default.
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JSON
Why this is correct
JSON is the standard output format for Umbrella API endpoints.
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CSV
Why it's wrong here
CSV may be available via specific exports, but API calls default to JSON.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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