SPLK-1003 Getting Data IN And Forwarder Management Practice Question
You are configuring a scripted input to run a python script. Where is the best location to store this script on a Universal Forwarder?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/my_app/bin/
Scripts should reside within an app directory to ensure they are handled correctly by the deployment server and permissions.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/var/run/
Why it's wrong here
This directory is for system run-time files, not user scripts.
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/opt/scripts/
Why it's wrong here
This location is outside the Splunk app hierarchy.
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/tmp/
Why it's wrong here
This directory is not secure or persistent.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/my_app/bin/
Why this is correct
Storing in the app directory allows for proper bundling and distribution.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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