IBM C1000-162 Practice Exams
Last updated on Oct 21,2026- Exam Code: C1000-162
- Exam Name: IBM Security QRadar SIEM V7.5 Analysis
- Certification Provider: IBM
- Latest update: Oct 21,2026
Question #1
What does this example of a YARA rule represent?
- A . Flags containing hex sequence and str1 less than three times
- B . Flags content that contains the hex sequence, and hex! at least three times
- C . Flags for str1 at an offset of 25 bytes into the file
- D . Flags content that contains the hex sequence, and str1 greater than three times
Correct Answer: C
C
Explanation:
A YARA rule is used for malware identification and classification, based on textual or binary patterns. The example provided suggests a rule that flags occurrences of a specific string (str1) at a precise location within a file. The "offset" keyword in YARA rules specifies the exact byte position where the pattern (in this case, ‘str1’) should appear. Thus, the correct interpretation of the YARA rule example is that it flags instances where ‘str1’ appears 25 bytes into the file, indicating a very specific pattern match used for identifying potentially malicious files or activities that conform to this pattern.
C
Explanation:
A YARA rule is used for malware identification and classification, based on textual or binary patterns. The example provided suggests a rule that flags occurrences of a specific string (str1) at a precise location within a file. The "offset" keyword in YARA rules specifies the exact byte position where the pattern (in this case, ‘str1’) should appear. Thus, the correct interpretation of the YARA rule example is that it flags instances where ‘str1’ appears 25 bytes into the file, indicating a very specific pattern match used for identifying potentially malicious files or activities that conform to this pattern.
Question #2
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 #3
Which flow fields should be used to determine how long a session has been active on a network?
- A . Start time and end time
- B . Start time and storage time
- C . Start time and last packet time
- D . Last packet time and storage time
Correct Answer: C
Question #4
Which type of rule requires a saved search that must be grouped around a common parameter
- A . Flow Rule
- B . Event Rule
- C . Common Rule
- D . Anomaly Rule
Correct Answer: B
Question #5
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 #6
A QRadar analyst wants to limit the time period for which an AOL query is evaluated.
Which functions and clauses could be used for this?
- A . START, BETWEEN. LAST. NOW. PARSEDATETIME
- B . START, STOP. LAST, NOW, PARSEDATETIME
- C . START. STOP. BETWEEN, FIRST
- D . START, STOP. BETWEEN, LAST
Correct Answer: B
B
Explanation:
In QRadar, to limit the time period for which an AQL (Ariel Query Language) query is evaluated, the functions and clauses that can be used include START, STOP, LAST, NOW, and PARSEDATETIME. Specifically, the LAST function is used to define a relative time range for the query, such as "LAST 2 DAYS".
B
Explanation:
In QRadar, to limit the time period for which an AQL (Ariel Query Language) query is evaluated, the functions and clauses that can be used include START, STOP, LAST, NOW, and PARSEDATETIME. Specifically, the LAST function is used to define a relative time range for the query, such as "LAST 2 DAYS".
Question #7
Events can be exported from the QRadar Log Activity tab in which file formats?
- A . JSON. XML, and CSV
- B . XLS and CSV
- C . JSON and XML
- D . XML and CSV
Correct Answer: D
D
Explanation:
Events can be exported from the QRadar Log Activity tab in XML (Extensible Markup Language) or CSV (Comma-Separated Values) formats, providing flexibility in how data is extracted and used for further analysis outside of QRadar.
D
Explanation:
Events can be exported from the QRadar Log Activity tab in XML (Extensible Markup Language) or CSV (Comma-Separated Values) formats, providing flexibility in how data is extracted and used for further analysis outside of QRadar.
Question #8
What can be considered a log source type?
- A . ICMP
- B . SNMP
- C . Juniper IOP
- D . Microsoft SMBtail
Correct Answer: C
Question #9
How does a Device Support Module (DSM) function?
- A . A DSM is a configuration file that combines received events from multiple log sources and displays them as offenses in QRadar.
- B . A DSM is a background service running on the QRadar appliance that reaches out to devices deployed in a network for configuration data.
- C . A DSM is a configuration file that parses received events from multiple log sources and converts them to a standard taxonomy format that can be displayed as outputs.
- D . A DSM is an installed appliance that parses received events from multiple log sources and converts them to a standard taxonomy format that can be displayed as outputs.
Correct Answer: D
Question #10
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.