350-201 Question 239
Select 3An organization is deploying a Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform to enhance its cybersecurity operations. The security team needs to automate repetitive tasks, integrate multiple security tools, and facilitate incident response. Which of the following are key mechanisms of a SOAR platform that align with their goals?
- A
Playbook automation to execute predefined workflows for incident response
- B
Integration with diverse security tools through APIs
- C
Endpoint protection to block malware at the device level
- D
Case management to track and document incidents
- E
Packet inspection to analyze real-time network traffic
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Correct answers: A, B, D
Explanation
SOAR platforms are designed to enhance security operations by automating workflows (e.g., playbooks), integrating diverse tools (e.g., via APIs), and providing case management for incident tracking. These mechanisms align with the organization's goals of automation, integration, and effective incident response. However, functions like endpoint protection and packet inspection fall outside the scope of SOAR and are handled by other specialized security solutions.
- A. Correct.
Playbook automation is a core mechanism of SOAR platforms. It enables the automation of repetitive tasks and incident response workflows, which is essential for improving efficiency.
- B. Correct.
SOAR platforms are designed to integrate with multiple security tools through APIs, allowing seamless data sharing and coordinated actions across tools.
- C. Incorrect.
Endpoint protection is not a function of SOAR platforms. While it is a critical security capability, it is typically managed by endpoint protection tools, not SOAR.
- D. Correct.
Case management is a key feature of SOAR platforms. It helps security teams organize, track, and document incidents for better collaboration and accountability.
- E. Incorrect.
Packet inspection is typically performed by network security devices such as firewalls or intrusion detection systems (IDS), not SOAR platforms.