CCOA Incident Detection And Response Practice Question
Which TWO sources are used to populate threat intelligence feeds for incident detection?
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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Honeypot monitoring data
Threat intelligence feeds are compiled from observed malicious activity (honeypots, sensor networks) and security research.
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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Building maintenance schedules
Why it's wrong here
Not a source of threat intel.
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Internal employee social media posts
Why it's wrong here
Not a source of threat intel.
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Honeypot monitoring data
Why this is correct
Captures real-world attacks.
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Security research reports
Why this is correct
Provides context on new threats.
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Public weather reports
Why it's wrong here
Not a source of threat intel.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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