Which REST API actions can Splunk perform to optimize automation workflows?

The Splunk REST API allows programmatic access to Splunk’s features, helping automate security workflows in a Security Operations Center (SOC).

Key REST API Actions for Automation:

POST for creating new data entries (A)

Used to send logs, alerts, or notable events to Splunk.

Essential for integrating external security tools with Splunk.

GET for retrieving search results (C)

Fetches logs, alerts, and notable event details programmatically.

Helps automate security monitoring and incident response.