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SY0-701 · Question #312

Which of the following is the first step to take when creating an anomaly detection process?

The correct answer is B. Building a baseline. The first step in creating an anomaly detection process is building a baseline of normal behavior within the system. This baseline serves as a reference point to identify deviations or anomalies that could indicate a security incident. By understanding what normal activity…

Submitted by saadiq_pk· Mar 6, 2026Security Operations

Question

Which of the following is the first step to take when creating an anomaly detection process?

Options

  • ASelecting events
  • BBuilding a baseline
  • CSelecting logging options
  • DCreating an event log

How the community answered

(25 responses)
  • B
    92% (23)
  • C
    4% (1)
  • D
    4% (1)

Explanation

The first step in creating an anomaly detection process is building a baseline of normal behavior within the system. This baseline serves as a reference point to identify deviations or anomalies that could indicate a security incident. By understanding what normal activity looks like, security teams can more effectively detect and respond to suspicious behavior.

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