SPLK-5001 Threat And Attack Types Practice Question
An attacker has cleared the Windows Security Event log to hide their tracks. Which data model can detect this action?
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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Change Analysis
The 'Change Analysis' data model tracks significant system changes, including clearing security logs.
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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Endpoint
Why it's wrong here
While logs are captured here, Change Analysis is the dedicated model for log clearing events.
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Change Analysis
Why this is correct
Change Analysis tracks critical system events like clearing the security logs.
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Network Traffic
Why it's wrong here
This tracks network sessions.
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Authentication
Why it's wrong here
This focuses on user logons.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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