SPLK-1003 Splunk Admin Basics Practice Question
You need to restrict a specific user role from searching a particular index. Where is this configuration defined?
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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authorize.conf
Role-based access control (RBAC) allows you to restrict indexed data access via the 'srchIndexesAllowed' setting in authorize.conf.
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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user-prefs.conf
Why it's wrong here
user-prefs.conf manages individual user dashboard/time preferences.
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indexes.conf
Why it's wrong here
indexes.conf defines index attributes, not user access permissions.
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authentication.conf
Why it's wrong here
authentication.conf manages identity providers like LDAP or SAML.
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authorize.conf
Why this is correct
authorize.conf contains the roles and their associated search permissions.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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