Splunk SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) improves security operations by automating routine tasks.

✅1. Faster Incident Resolution (A)

SOAR playbooks reduce response time from hours to minutes.

Example:

A malicious IP is automatically blocked in the firewall after detection.

✅2. Scaling Manual Efforts (C)

Automation allows security teams to handle more incidents without increasing headcount.

Example:

Instead of manually reviewing phishing emails, SOAR triages them automatically.

✅3. Consistent Task Execution (D)

Ensures standardized responses to security incidents.

Example:

Every malware alert follows the same containment process.

❌Incorrect Answers:

B. Reducing false positives → SOAR automates response but does not inherently reduce false positives (SIEM tuning does).

E. Eliminating all human intervention → Human analysts are still needed for decision-making.

????Additional Resources:

Splunk SOAR Automation Guide

Best Practices for SOAR Implementation