SDSI Risk Events And Requirements Practice Question
Which TWO methods are used by Cisco Stealthwatch to detect anomalies in network traffic?
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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Behavioral baseline modeling of host and network patterns.
Stealthwatch uses behavioral modeling and flow data analysis to detect threats.
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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Signature-based matching for every packet.
Why it's wrong here
Signature matching is for IPS, not behavioral flow analysis.
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Deep packet inspection of every payload byte.
Why it's wrong here
Stealthwatch uses flow metadata, not full payload inspection.
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Behavioral baseline modeling of host and network patterns.
Why this is correct
Baseline modeling is the core of Stealthwatch anomaly detection.
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Analysis of NetFlow, IPFIX, and other flow telemetry.
Why this is correct
Flow telemetry provides the data for behavioral analysis.
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Manual input of all known malicious IP addresses.
Why it's wrong here
Stealthwatch automates threat intelligence, it does not rely solely on manual input.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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