XDR-Engineer Detection And Reporting Practice Question
An engineer is writing an XQL query to investigate endpoint activity. Which TWO commands are valid XQL query operators used for data manipulation and shaping? (Choose two)
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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filter
XQL utilizes powerful pipeline operators such as `filter`, `stats`, `fields`, and `sort` to process datasets.
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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filter
Why this is correct
The 'filter' command narrows down dataset rows matching specified conditions.
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SELECT * FROM
Why it's wrong here
SELECT * FROM is standard SQL syntax, not XQL pipeline syntax.
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DROP TABLE
Why it's wrong here
DROP TABLE is a database administrative command not supported or used in XQL search pipelines.
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INSERT INTO
Why it's wrong here
INSERT INTO is a database write command, not an XQL read/query pipeline operator.
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stats
Why this is correct
The 'stats' command calculates aggregate metrics and group-by operations.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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