SPLK-1003 User And Authentication Management Practice Question
Which file stores the definitions of roles and their associated capabilities?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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authorize.conf
authorize.conf is the configuration file that manages roles and capabilities.
Answer analysis
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authorize.conf
Why this is correct
Roles and capabilities reside in authorize.conf.
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indexes.conf
Why it's wrong here
indexes.conf manages index settings.
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authentication.conf
Why it's wrong here
authentication.conf manages login methods.
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limits.conf
Why it's wrong here
limits.conf manages search and system resource limits.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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