312-39 Proactive Threat Detection Practice Question
A SOC analyst is integrating a new STIX/TAXII feed into a SIEM. Which configuration setting is mandatory to ensure the automated ingestion of threat indicators correctly maps to the internal incident response workflow?
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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Mapping of STIX observable types to local incident categories and severity levels
The mapping of threat attributes to incident severity and category is critical for automated workflow triggering.
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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Disabling SSL verification for the incoming feed
Why it's wrong here
This is a security vulnerability and not a standard configuration requirement.
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Configuration of the TAXII server's internal clock synchronization
Why it's wrong here
This is a network setting, not an integration mapping requirement.
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Setting the API polling interval to 24 hours
Why it's wrong here
Polling intervals are performance settings, not integration logic mapping.
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Mapping of STIX observable types to local incident categories and severity levels
Why this is correct
Correct, this ensures ingested intelligence triggers relevant playbooks.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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