Question #1
Offense chaining is based on which field that is specified in the rule?
- A . Rule action field
- B . Offense response field
- C . Rule response field
- D . Offense index field
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Offense chaining in IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5 is based on the offense index field specified in the rule. This means that if a rule is configured to use a specific field, such as the source IP address, as the offense index field, there will only be one offense for that specific source IP address while the offense is active. This mechanism is crucial for tracking and managing offenses efficiently within the system.
D
Explanation:
Offense chaining in IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5 is based on the offense index field specified in the rule. This means that if a rule is configured to use a specific field, such as the source IP address, as the offense index field, there will only be one offense for that specific source IP address while the offense is active. This mechanism is crucial for tracking and managing offenses efficiently within the system.
Question #2
What QRadar application can help you ensure that IBM GRadar is optimally configured to detect threats accurately throughout the attack chain?
- A . Rules Reviewer
- B . Log Source Manager
- C . QRadar Deployment Intelligence
- D . Use Case Manager
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
The IBM QRadar Use Case Manager application assists in tuning QRadar to ensure it is optimally configured for accurate threat detection throughout the attack chain. This application provides guided tips to help administrators adjust configurations, making QRadar more effective in identifying and mitigating security threats. The QRadar Use Case Manager plays a significant role in maintaining
the effectiveness of the QRadar deployment.
D
Explanation:
The IBM QRadar Use Case Manager application assists in tuning QRadar to ensure it is optimally configured for accurate threat detection throughout the attack chain. This application provides guided tips to help administrators adjust configurations, making QRadar more effective in identifying and mitigating security threats. The QRadar Use Case Manager plays a significant role in maintaining
the effectiveness of the QRadar deployment.
Question #3
How can an analyst search for all events that include the keyword "access"?
- A . Go to the Network Activity tab and run a quick search with the "access" keyword.
- B . Go to the Log Activity tab and run a quick search with the "access" keyword.
- C . Go to the Offenses tab and run a quick search with the "access" keyword.
- D . Go to the Log Activity tab and run this AOL: select * from events where eventname like ‘access’.
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
In IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5, to search for all events containing a specific keyword such as "access", an analyst should navigate to the "Log Activity" tab. This section of the QRadar interface is dedicated to viewing and analyzing log data collected from various sources. By running a quick search with the "access" keyword in the Log Activity tab, the analyst can filter out events that contain this term in any part of the log data. This functionality is crucial for identifying specific activities or incidents within the vast amounts of log data QRadar processes, allowing analysts to quickly hone in on relevant information for further investigation or action.
B
Explanation:
In IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5, to search for all events containing a specific keyword such as "access", an analyst should navigate to the "Log Activity" tab. This section of the QRadar interface is dedicated to viewing and analyzing log data collected from various sources. By running a quick search with the "access" keyword in the Log Activity tab, the analyst can filter out events that contain this term in any part of the log data. This functionality is crucial for identifying specific activities or incidents within the vast amounts of log data QRadar processes, allowing analysts to quickly hone in on relevant information for further investigation or action.
Question #4
What feature in QRadar uses existing asset profile data so administrators can define unknown server types and assign them to a server definition in building blocks and in the network hierarchy?
- A . Server roles
- B . Active servers
- C . Server discovery
- D . Server profiles
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
In IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5, the feature that utilizes existing asset profile data to define unknown server types and assign them to server definitions in building blocks and in the network hierarchy is known as "Server Discovery." This feature grants permission to discover servers, thereby enabling administrators to identify and classify various server types within their network infrastructure, enhancing the overall asset management and security posture.
C
Explanation:
In IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5, the feature that utilizes existing asset profile data to define unknown server types and assign them to server definitions in building blocks and in the network hierarchy is known as "Server Discovery." This feature grants permission to discover servers, thereby enabling administrators to identify and classify various server types within their network infrastructure, enhancing the overall asset management and security posture.
Question #5
QRadar analysts can download different types of content extensions from the IBM X-Force Exchange portal.
Which two (2) types of content extensions are supported by QRadar?
- A . Custom Functions
- B . Events
- C . Flows
- D . FGroup
- E . Offenses
Correct Answer: A, E
A, E
Explanation:
QRadar supports different types of content extensions that can be downloaded from the IBM X-Force Exchange portal. Among the supported content extensions are "Custom Functions" and "Offenses." These extensions allow for enhanced functionality and customization within QRadar, providing users with the ability to tailor the system to specific security needs and requirements.
A, E
Explanation:
QRadar supports different types of content extensions that can be downloaded from the IBM X-Force Exchange portal. Among the supported content extensions are "Custom Functions" and "Offenses." These extensions allow for enhanced functionality and customization within QRadar, providing users with the ability to tailor the system to specific security needs and requirements.
Question #6
What right-click menu option can an analyst use to find information about an IP or URL?
- A . IBM Advanced Threat lookup
- B . Watson Advisor Al IOC Lookup
- C . QRadar Anomaly lookup
- D . X-Force Exchange Lookup
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
To find information about an IP or URL within QRadar, analysts can use the right-click menu option "X-Force Exchange Lookup." This option is available when right-clicking an IP address or URL from the Offenses tab or event details windows, providing direct access to the X-Force Exchange interface for detailed threat intelligence and contextual information.
D
Explanation:
To find information about an IP or URL within QRadar, analysts can use the right-click menu option "X-Force Exchange Lookup." This option is available when right-clicking an IP address or URL from the Offenses tab or event details windows, providing direct access to the X-Force Exchange interface for detailed threat intelligence and contextual information.
Question #7
On the Offenses tab, which column explains the cause of the offense?
- A . Description
- B . Offense Type
- C . Magnitude
- D . IPs
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
On the Offenses tab within QRadar, the "Offense Type" column explains the cause of the offense. The offense type is determined by the rule that triggered the offense, and it dictates the kind of information displayed in the Offense Source Summary pane. This helps analysts understand the nature and origin of the offense, facilitating more effective investigation and response actions.
B
Explanation:
On the Offenses tab within QRadar, the "Offense Type" column explains the cause of the offense. The offense type is determined by the rule that triggered the offense, and it dictates the kind of information displayed in the Offense Source Summary pane. This helps analysts understand the nature and origin of the offense, facilitating more effective investigation and response actions.
Question #8
When using the Dynamic Search window on the Admin tab, which two (2) data sources are available?
- A . ASSETS
- B . PAYLOAD
- C . OFFENSES
- D . AOL QUERY
- E . SAVED SEARCHES
Correct Answer: AC
AC
Explanation:
In the Dynamic Search window on the Admin tab of QRadar, the available data sources include "Assets" and "Offenses." These options allow administrators and analysts to construct queries based on asset information or offense data, enabling targeted searches and analyses tailored to specific security concerns within the organization.
AC
Explanation:
In the Dynamic Search window on the Admin tab of QRadar, the available data sources include "Assets" and "Offenses." These options allow administrators and analysts to construct queries based on asset information or offense data, enabling targeted searches and analyses tailored to specific security concerns within the organization.
Question #9
How can adding indexed properties to QRadar improve the efficiency of searches?
- A . By reducing the size of the data set required to find non-indexed search values
- B . By increasing the size of the data set required to find non-indexed search values
- C . By slowing down the search process
- D . By reducing the number of indexed search values
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Adding indexed properties to QRadar can significantly improve the efficiency of searches by reducing the size of the data set required to locate matches for non-indexed search values. Indexing creates references to unique terms in the data and their locations, which means that the search engine can filter the data set by indexed properties first, eliminating irrelevant portions of the data set and thereby reducing the overall volume of data that needs to be searched.
A
Explanation:
Adding indexed properties to QRadar can significantly improve the efficiency of searches by reducing the size of the data set required to locate matches for non-indexed search values. Indexing creates references to unique terms in the data and their locations, which means that the search engine can filter the data set by indexed properties first, eliminating irrelevant portions of the data set and thereby reducing the overall volume of data that needs to be searched.
Question #10
Which type of rule should you use to test events or (lows for activities that are greater than or less than a specified range?
- A . Behavioral rules
- B . Anomaly rules
- C . Custom rules
- D . Threshold rules
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Threshold rules in QRadar are designed to test events or flows for activities that are greater than or less than a specified range. These rules are particularly useful for detecting significant changes such as bandwidth usage variations, failed services, changes in the number of connected users, and large outbound data transfers. By setting acceptable limits within threshold rules, administrators can effectively monitor for and respond to abnormal activities within the network.
D
Explanation:
Threshold rules in QRadar are designed to test events or flows for activities that are greater than or less than a specified range. These rules are particularly useful for detecting significant changes such as bandwidth usage variations, failed services, changes in the number of connected users, and large outbound data transfers. By setting acceptable limits within threshold rules, administrators can effectively monitor for and respond to abnormal activities within the network.
Question #11
Which parameters are used to calculate the magnitude rating of an offense?
- A . Relevance, credibility, time
- B . Severity, relevance, credibility
- C . Relevance, urgency, credibility
- D . Severity, impact, urgency
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
The magnitude rating of an offense in IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5 is calculated based on three key parameters: severity, relevance, and credibility. Severity indicates the level of threat, relevance determines the offense’s impact on the network, and credibility reflects the integrity of the offense as determined by the credibility rating configured in the log source. This combination of factors helps prioritize offenses and guide analysts on which ones to investigate first.
B
Explanation:
The magnitude rating of an offense in IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5 is calculated based on three key parameters: severity, relevance, and credibility. Severity indicates the level of threat, relevance determines the offense’s impact on the network, and credibility reflects the integrity of the offense as determined by the credibility rating configured in the log source. This combination of factors helps prioritize offenses and guide analysts on which ones to investigate first.
Question #12
Reports can be generated by using which file formats in QRadar?
- A . PDF, HTML, XML, XLS
- B . JPG, GIF, BMP, TIF
- C . TXT, PNG, DOC, XML
- D . CSV, XLSX, DOCX, PDF
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
QRadar supports generating reports in various file formats, including PDF, HTML, XML, and XLS. These formats provide flexibility in how reports are viewed and shared, catering to different needs and preferences for report presentation and analysis.
A
Explanation:
QRadar supports generating reports in various file formats, including PDF, HTML, XML, and XLS. These formats provide flexibility in how reports are viewed and shared, catering to different needs and preferences for report presentation and analysis.
Question #13
The Use Case Manager app has an option to see MITRE heat map.
Which two (2) factors are responsible for the different colors in MITRE heat map?
- A . Number of offenses generated
- B . Number of events associated to offense
- C . Number of rules mapped
- D . Level of mapping confidence
- E . Number of log sources associated
Correct Answer: C, D
C, D
Explanation:
The MITRE heat map in the Use Case Manager app within QRadar uses several factors to determine the colors displayed, among which the number of rules mapped to MITRE ATT&CK tactics and techniques and the level of mapping confidence are crucial. These factors help visualize the coverage and reliability of rule mappings against the comprehensive MITRE ATT&CK framework, aiding in the identification of potential gaps or areas for improvement in threat detection capabilities.
C, D
Explanation:
The MITRE heat map in the Use Case Manager app within QRadar uses several factors to determine the colors displayed, among which the number of rules mapped to MITRE ATT&CK tactics and techniques and the level of mapping confidence are crucial. These factors help visualize the coverage and reliability of rule mappings against the comprehensive MITRE ATT&CK framework, aiding in the identification of potential gaps or areas for improvement in threat detection capabilities.
Question #14
In QRadar. what do event rules test against?
- A . The parameters of an offense to trigger more responses
- B . Incoming log source data that is processed in real time by the QRadar Event Processor
- C . Incoming flow data that is processed by the QRadar Flow Processor
- D . Event and flow data
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
Event rules in QRadar test against incoming log source data processed in real time by the QRadar Event Processor. This real-time processing enables QRadar to analyze and respond to security events as they occur, enhancing the system’s ability to detect and mitigate threats promptly.
B
Explanation:
Event rules in QRadar test against incoming log source data processed in real time by the QRadar Event Processor. This real-time processing enables QRadar to analyze and respond to security events as they occur, enhancing the system’s ability to detect and mitigate threats promptly.
Question #15
What two (2) guidelines should you follow when you define your network hierarchy?
- A . Do not configure a network group with more than 15 objects.
- B . Organize your systems and networks by role or similar traffic patterns.
- C . Use the autoupdates feature to automatically populate the network hierarchy.
- D . Import scan results into QRadar.
- E . Use flow data to build the asset database.
Correct Answer: B, E
B, E
Explanation:
When defining the network hierarchy in QRadar, it is recommended to organize systems and
networks by role or similar traffic patterns to differentiate network behavior effectively. Additionally, it is advised not to configure a network group with more than 15 objects to avoid difficulties in viewing detailed information for each object and to ensure efficient management of network groups.
B, E
Explanation:
When defining the network hierarchy in QRadar, it is recommended to organize systems and
networks by role or similar traffic patterns to differentiate network behavior effectively. Additionally, it is advised not to configure a network group with more than 15 objects to avoid difficulties in viewing detailed information for each object and to ensure efficient management of network groups.
Question #16
Create a list that stores Username as the first key. Source IP as the second key with an assigned cidr data type, and Source Port as the value.
The example above refers to what kind of reference data collections?
- A . Reference map of sets
- B . Reference store
- C . Reference table
- D . Reference map
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
The example provided refers to a "Reference table," which is a type of reference data collection in QRadar that can store complex structured data. A reference table allows for multiple keys and values, supporting the storage of data like Usernames, Source IPs with a specific data type (e.g., cidr for IP addresses), and Source Ports as values.
C
Explanation:
The example provided refers to a "Reference table," which is a type of reference data collection in QRadar that can store complex structured data. A reference table allows for multiple keys and values, supporting the storage of data like Usernames, Source IPs with a specific data type (e.g., cidr for IP addresses), and Source Ports as values.
Question #17
What type of custom property should be used when an analyst wants to combine extraction-based URLs, virus names, and secondary user names into a single property?
- A . AOL-based property
- B . Absolution-based property
- C . Extraction-based property
- D . Calculation-based property
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
When an analyst wants to combine multiple extraction and calculation-based properties into a single property, such as URLs, virus names, and secondary user names, an AQL-based property should be used. AQL (Ariel Query Language)-based properties allow for the aggregation of diverse data types into a unified custom property, facilitating more flexible and comprehensive data analysis within QRadar.
A
Explanation:
When an analyst wants to combine multiple extraction and calculation-based properties into a single property, such as URLs, virus names, and secondary user names, an AQL-based property should be used. AQL (Ariel Query Language)-based properties allow for the aggregation of diverse data types into a unified custom property, facilitating more flexible and comprehensive data analysis within QRadar.
Question #18
What happens when you select "False Positive" from the right-click menu in the Log Activity tab?
- A . You can tune out events that are known to be false positives.
- B . You can investigate an IP address or a user name.
- C . Items are filtered that match or do not match the selection.
- D . The selected event is filtered based on the selected parameter in the event.
Correct Answer: A
A
Explanation:
Selecting "False Positive" from the right-click menu in the Log Activity tab opens a window that enables users to tune out events that are known to be false positives, preventing them from generating offenses. This feature is crucial for minimizing noise and focusing on genuine threats, thereby enhancing the efficiency of threat detection and response processes within QRadar.
A
Explanation:
Selecting "False Positive" from the right-click menu in the Log Activity tab opens a window that enables users to tune out events that are known to be false positives, preventing them from generating offenses. This feature is crucial for minimizing noise and focusing on genuine threats, thereby enhancing the efficiency of threat detection and response processes within QRadar.
Question #19
Which statement regarding saved event search criteria is true?
- A . Saved search criteria expires
- B . Saved search criteria does not expire
- C . Saved search criteria cannot be reused
- D . You cannot define the name of the saved search criteria
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
In QRadar, when you save search criteria, especially on the Offenses tab, the configured search criteria are retained for future use and do not expire. This permanence ensures that users can quickly access and reuse their preferred search configurations, thereby streamlining the process of monitoring and investigating offenses over time.
B
Explanation:
In QRadar, when you save search criteria, especially on the Offenses tab, the configured search criteria are retained for future use and do not expire. This permanence ensures that users can quickly access and reuse their preferred search configurations, thereby streamlining the process of monitoring and investigating offenses over time.
Question #20
Which two (2) aggregation types ate available for the pie chart in the Pulse app?
- A . Last
- B . Total
- C . Average
- D . First
- E . Middle
Correct Answer: B, C
B, C
Explanation:
For pie charts in the Pulse app of QRadar, the available aggregation types include "Total" and "Average." These aggregation types allow for the representation of data in a manner that summarizes the total sum of the data points or their average value, respectively, providing insightful and concise visualizations of the data within the Pulse app dashboards. This information is implied from the general capabilities of dashboard items in QRadar, as detailed in the provided
documentation, which typically includes such aggregation options for data visualization.
B, C
Explanation:
For pie charts in the Pulse app of QRadar, the available aggregation types include "Total" and "Average." These aggregation types allow for the representation of data in a manner that summarizes the total sum of the data points or their average value, respectively, providing insightful and concise visualizations of the data within the Pulse app dashboards. This information is implied from the general capabilities of dashboard items in QRadar, as detailed in the provided
documentation, which typically includes such aggregation options for data visualization.