- A
Archive logs to a read-only medium
Why wrong: Archiving preserves logs but does not facilitate review.
- B
Disable logging for low-priority events
Why wrong: Reducing log volume may cause security events to be missed.
- C
Increase the log retention period to 12 months
Why wrong: Retention does not guarantee review.
- D
Deploy a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system
SIEM automates log monitoring and alerting.
Question 189 of 1,000
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SSCP SIEM Practice Question
This SSCP practice question tests your understanding of siem. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. A key principle to apply: sIEM. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
An IT auditor reports that firewall logs are not being reviewed regularly. Which control should be implemented to address this finding?
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
✓
Deploy a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system
Option D is correct because a SIEM system automates log collection, correlation, and alerting, ensuring that firewall logs are monitored and reviewed in a timely manner. Option A is incorrect; archiving logs to read-only medium preserves logs but does not enforce review. Option B is incorrect; disabling low-priority logging reduces data but does not address the lack of review. Option C is incorrect; increasing retention extends storage but still requires manual review, which is the root problem.
Key principle: SIEM
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Archive logs to a read-only medium
Why it's wrong here
Archiving preserves logs but does not facilitate review.
- ✗
Disable logging for low-priority events
Why it's wrong here
Reducing log volume may cause security events to be missed.
- ✗
Increase the log retention period to 12 months
Why it's wrong here
Retention does not guarantee review.
- ✓
Deploy a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system
Why this is correct
SIEM automates log monitoring and alerting.
Related concept
SIEM
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- SIEM
- Log review
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
SIEM
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A security analyst at a medium-sized enterprise encounters this scenario during an investigation or architecture review. The correct answer reflects best practice for the specific threat or control described. SIEM Security exam questions test whether you can match controls to threats in context — not just recall definitions.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
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What does this SSCP question test?
SIEM
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Deploy a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system — Option D is correct because a SIEM system automates log collection, correlation, and alerting, ensuring that firewall logs are monitored and reviewed in a timely manner. Option A is incorrect; archiving logs to read-only medium preserves logs but does not enforce review. Option B is incorrect; disabling low-priority logging reduces data but does not address the lack of review. Option C is incorrect; increasing retention extends storage but still requires manual review, which is the root problem.
What should I do if I get this SSCP question wrong?
Review sIEM, then practise related SSCP questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
SIEM
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