212-89 Network Incidents Practice Question
Which syslog facility would typically be configured on a network device to send audit logs to a central server?
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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local0
Syslog facilities like 'auth' or 'local0' are commonly used to tag security-related logs on network devices.
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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kernel
Why it's wrong here
Kernel facility is reserved for system-level messages.
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local0
Why this is correct
Local facilities are the standard method for exporting logs to a SIEM.
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cron
Why it's wrong here
Cron facility is for scheduled task logs.
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mail
Why it's wrong here
Mail facility is for SMTP server logs.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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