Discuss Splunk SPLK-1003 Exam Topic 10 Question 86

Which file will be matched for the following monitor stanza in inputs. conf?

[monitor: ///var/log/*/bar/*. txt]

A/var/log/host_460352847/temp/bar/file/csv/foo.txt

B/var/log/host_460352847/bar/foo.txt

C/var/log/host_460352847/bar/file/foo.txt

D/var/ log/ host_460352847/temp/bar/file/foo.txt

Suggested Answer: C

The correct answer is C. MonitorNoHandle.

MonitorNoHandle is a type of input stanza that allows a Splunk forwarder to read files on Windows systems as Windows writes to them. It does this by using a kernel-mode filter driver to capture raw data as it gets written to the file1. This input stanza is useful for files that get locked open for writing, such as the Windows DNS server log file2.

The other options are incorrect because:

A) Tail Reader is not a valid input stanza in Splunk. It is a component of the Tailing Processor, which is responsible for monitoring files and directories for new data3.

B) Upload is a type of input stanza that allows Splunk to index a single file from a local or network file system. It is not suitable for files that are constantly being updated, as it only indexes the file once and does not monitor it for changes4.

D) Monitor is a type of input stanza that allows Splunk to monitor files and directories for new data. However, it may not work for files that Windows prevents Splunk from reading while they are open. In such cases, MonitorNoHandle is a better option2.

A Splunk forwarder is a lightweight agent that can forward data to a Splunk deployment. There are two types of forwarders: universal and heavy. A universal forwarder can only forward data, while a heavy forwarder can also perform parsing, filtering, routing, and aggregation on the data before forwarding it5.

An input stanza is a section in the inputs.conf configuration file that defines the settings for a specific type of input, such as files, directories, network ports, scripts, or Windows event logs. An input stanza starts with a square bracket, followed by the input type and the input path or name. For example, [monitor:///var/log] is an input stanza for monitoring the /var/log directory.

1: Monitor files and directories - Splunk Documentation

2: How to configure props.conf for proper line breaking ... - Splunk Community

3: How Splunk Enterprise monitors files and directories - Splunk Documentation

4: Upload a file - Splunk Documentation

5: Use forwarders to get data into Splunk Enterprise - Splunk Documentation

[6]: inputs.conf - Splunk Documentation

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35 comments · newest first

Merlyn 10 months ago

C seems close, but it doesn't have the right folder structure.

Berry 11 months ago

Wait, are we sure about that? What if there's a hidden file?

Curt 11 months ago

I think B is the only one that matches the pattern.

Colene 11 months ago

Definitely not A or D, they don't fit the path.

Tambra 11 months ago

Looks like only files in /var/log/*/bar/*.txt will match.

Lashaun 12 months ago

I feel like option B is the closest match since it has "bar" in the right place, but I could be wrong.

Celestina 12 months ago

I'm a bit confused about the "temp" folder in option D. Does it really match the stanza?

Felicitas 12 months ago

I remember a practice question that had a similar format, and I think it was about matching paths with wildcards too.

Charolette 1 year ago

I think the monitor stanza is looking for files in a specific directory structure, but I'm not entirely sure about the wildcard usage.

Dean 1 year ago

I've seen similar questions before, so I think I've got a good strategy for this. Time to apply what I've learned.

Aleta 1 year ago

I'm a bit confused by the wildcard usage here. I'll need to re-read the question and think it through more carefully.

Clarence 1 year ago

Okay, let's see... the path starts with "/var/log/" and ends with "bar/*.txt", so I'm guessing it's option C.

Fannie 1 year ago

Hmm, the monitor stanza is using a wildcard path, so I'll need to carefully consider all the options.

Lawana 1 year ago

This one looks tricky, but I think I can figure it out if I break it down step-by-step.

Aliza 1 year ago

I have a feeling that DTS could be important for data transfer tasks in DevOps, but I'm not certain if it's the best choice here.

Reyes 1 year ago

I'm a little confused by the wording of the question. Does the HR profile contain all of those types of information, or just one? I want to make sure I select the right answer.

Reuben 1 year ago

I'm still a little unsure, but I think I'll go with option B. The wording of the question makes me think that's the right answer, but I'll double-check my work before submitting.

Chuck 1 year ago

I bet the person who wrote this question spends their free time hiding my car keys. Option B is the way to go!

Maurine 1 year ago

Oh, come on! This is like a game of 'Where's Waldo' for log files. I'm just going to guess option A and hope for the best.

Aracelis 1 year ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm going to have to go with option C. The 'file' directory is nested within the 'bar' directory, which seems to fit the requirements.

Devora 1 year ago

↳ replying to Aracelis

I agree with option C. The 'file' directory is nested within the 'bar' directory.

Noah 1 year ago

↳ replying to Aracelis

I'm leaning towards option B. It has the 'bar' directory and ends with foo.txt as well.

Caitlin 1 year ago

↳ replying to Aracelis

I think option A is the correct one. It has the 'bar' directory and ends with foo.txt.

Judy 1 year ago

I think option D is the right answer. The 'bar' directory is nested within the 'temp' directory, which matches the structure described in the monitor stanza.

Patti 1 year ago

↳ replying to Judy

I think option D is the right answer. The 'bar' directory is nested within the 'temp' directory, which matches the structure described in the monitor stanza.

Cyndy 1 year ago

↳ replying to Judy

D) /var/ log/ host_460352847/temp/bar/file/foo.txt

Kirby 1 year ago

↳ replying to Judy

C) /var/log/host_460352847/bar/file/foo.txt

Annabelle 1 year ago

↳ replying to Judy

B) /var/log/host_460352847/bar/foo.txt

Alex 1 year ago

↳ replying to Judy

A) /var/log/host_460352847/temp/bar/file/csv/foo.txt

Tammi 1 year ago

Option B looks correct to me. The monitor stanza specifies '/var/log/*/bar/*.txt', and option B matches that pattern perfectly.

Silva 1 year ago

↳ replying to Tammi

Yes, option B matches the pattern specified in the monitor stanza.

Arleen 1 year ago

↳ replying to Tammi

I think option B is the correct match.

Sherman 1 year ago

But A matches the monitor stanza pattern exactly, so it should be the correct answer.

Barbra 1 year ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is D.

Sherman 2 years ago

I think the answer is A.

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