SPLK-5001 Threat And Attack Types Practice Question
Which THREE of the following data models are critical for monitoring lateral movement within a network?
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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Authentication
Lateral movement involves network connections, user account usage, and system-level changes.
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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Authentication
Why this is correct
Required to see cross-system login attempts.
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Web
Why it's wrong here
Less relevant for internal lateral movement.
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Endpoint
Why this is correct
Required to see process execution associated with the movement.
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Network Traffic
Why this is correct
Required to see internal connection attempts between hosts.
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Identity
Why it's wrong here
Used for user context, not the movement itself.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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