Bulk Data Collection Methods and Considerations TIE Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a common source of bulk data for threat intelligence?

   • APublic datasets such as malware repositories and vulnerability databases
   • BProprietary financial records of a single organization
   • CPhysical security logs from a single building
   • DPersonal email inboxes of individual employees
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2. 27application · medium

   A security team is planning to collect bulk data from public datasets, dark web forums, and social media to support threat intelligence. The team is concerned about the storage and processing requirements of such large volumes. Which consideration is most important when designing the bulk data collection system?

   • AEnsuring the collection system can scale horizontally to handle increasing data volumes.
   • BUsing a single high-performance server to simplify management.
   • CCollecting data only from public datasets to avoid legal issues.
   • DStoring all data in a relational database for consistency.
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4. 28expert · hard

   An analyst is tasked with collecting threat intelligence from a wide range of sources, including social media, forums, and public datasets. They need to ensure the data is relevant and of high quality. What is the most effective way to prioritize sources?

   • ACollect from as many sources as possible to maximize coverage.
   • BPrioritize sources based on the organization's intelligence requirements and the source's historical reliability.
   • CFocus only on sources that are easy to access via APIs.
   • DUse only commercial threat intelligence feeds to ensure quality.
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5. 29expert · hard

   A security team needs to collect threat intelligence from multiple sources, including public datasets, social media, and dark web forums. They have limited resources and must comply with legal and ethical standards. Which approach best balances coverage, compliance, and resource efficiency?

   • ADevelop custom scrapers for all sources to avoid API limitations.
   • BPurchase data from any third-party vendor without vetting their collection methods.
   • CUse a combination of official APIs for public datasets and social media, and a commercial dark web monitoring service for forums.
   • DFocus only on public datasets and ignore social media and dark web forums.
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6. 30foundation · easy

   Which source is often used for bulk data collection to monitor cybercriminal activity?

   • ACorporate HR databases
   • BLocal weather station feeds
   • CPersonal fitness tracker data
   • DDark web forums and marketplaces
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