Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) R80 — Question 101

What is the difference between an event and a log?

Answer options

• A. Events are generated at gateway according to Event Policy
• B. A log entry becomes an event when it matches any rule defined in Event Policy
• C. Events are collected with SmartWorkflow from Trouble Ticket systems
• D. Logs and Events are synonyms

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because it correctly explains that a log entry is classified as an event when it aligns with a defined rule in the Event Policy. Option A describes where events are generated but does not clarify their relationship with logs. Option C relates to how events are collected but does not address the difference, and option D incorrectly states that logs and events are the same.