SPLK-5001 Threat And Attack Types Practice Question
An attacker is using PowerShell to obfuscate their activities. Which data model is most appropriate for searching for encoded PowerShell commands?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Endpoint
The Endpoint data model captures process command-line arguments where PowerShell activity resides.
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 this is correct
The Endpoint data model logs process names and command-line arguments.
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Network Sessions
Why it's wrong here
This tracks network connections, not local CLI command lines.
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Web
Why it's wrong here
This captures HTTP/HTTPS traffic.
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Authentication
Why it's wrong here
This captures user logins.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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