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NSE7_SOC_AR-7.6 · Question #3
Which role does a threat hunter play within a SOC?
The correct answer is C. Search for hidden threats inside a network which may have eluded detection. A threat hunter's primary function is to proactively search the environment for stealthy or previously undetected adversary activity, rather than waiting for alerts or reported incidents.
SOC Best Practices and Incident Response
Question
Which role does a threat hunter play within a SOC?
Options
- Ainvestigate and respond to a reported security incident
- BCollect evidence and determine the impact of a suspected attack
- CSearch for hidden threats inside a network which may have eluded detection
- DMonitor network logs to identify anomalous behavior
How the community answered
(27 responses)- A4% (1)
- C93% (25)
- D4% (1)
Explanation
A threat hunter's primary function is to proactively search the environment for stealthy or previously undetected adversary activity, rather than waiting for alerts or reported incidents.
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#SOC roles#threat hunting#analyst responsibilities
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