What is the primary goal of Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)?

The primary goal of Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) is to provide security information and event management (SIEM) capabilities. This is crucial for organizations to detect, investigate, and respond to security threats and incidents effectively. By aggregating and analyzing security data from various sources, Splunk ES allows security teams to perform real-time monitoring, threat detection, and incident response, helping to enhance the overall security posture.

The capabilities provided by Splunk ES include security analytics, correlation of security events, and monitoring for compliance. This alignment with SIEM functionalities positions Splunk ES as an essential tool for organizations looking to proactively manage their security landscape.

In contrast, other considerations such as creating visual representations of big data, storing and archiving large volumes of logs, or facilitating network traffic management, do not encapsulate the core function of Splunk ES, which is specifically focused on security management and situational awareness in the domain of information security.