SPLK-5001 Threat Hunting Practice Question
When utilizing the Splunk Common Information Model (CIM), which field name is standard for identifying the destination IP address across different data sources?
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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dest
The CIM 'Network Traffic' data model standardizes the destination IP field as 'dest' to ensure cross-source compatibility.
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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dst_ip
Why it's wrong here
This is a common field but not the CIM-compliant standard field.
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remote_address
Why it's wrong here
This is not a CIM standard field.
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dest
Why this is correct
'dest' is the mandated field name for destinations in the CIM.
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target_ip
Why it's wrong here
This is not a CIM standard field.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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