XSIAM-Analyst Data Analysis With XQL Practice Question
An analyst needs to query all endpoint events in XQL where the action type is explicitly equal to 'PROCESS_START'. Which XQL syntax correctly applies this filter?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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dataset = xdr_data | filter event_type = "PROCESS_START"
The correct XQL filter uses the dataset command followed by the filter criteria using standard comparison operators like '='.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
dataset = endpoint_raw | filter action_evt = 'PROCESS_START'
Why it's wrong here
The field name is incorrect; it should be action_type or action depending on the dataset schema.
- ✓
dataset = xdr_data | filter event_type = "PROCESS_START"
Why this is correct
This properly filters the xdr_data dataset for the specified event type.
- ✗
dataset = xdr_data | where action_type IN ('PROCESS_START')
Why it's wrong here
While 'where' is an alias for 'filter', IN is less direct for a single exact match compared to standard equality.
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dataset = endpoint_raw | search action_type == 'PROCESS_START'
Why it's wrong here
XQL uses the filter command rather than search for structured equality filters, and single equals or equality checks use standard syntax.
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