SPLK-5001 Threat And Attack Types Practice Question
Which THREE of the following data sources are most valuable for detecting an insider threat?
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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Endpoint file activity
Insider threats are best monitored through access logs, file activity, and email traffic.
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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Printer toner levels
Why it's wrong here
Irrelevant to security.
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Endpoint file activity
Why this is correct
Tracks sensitive data access.
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VPN authentication logs
Why this is correct
Tracks remote access by employees.
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Router uptime logs
Why it's wrong here
Irrelevant to user behavior.
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Email outbound traffic
Why this is correct
Tracks data exfiltration attempts.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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