What must be true for a user to be considered authorized in Splunk Cloud?

For a user to be considered authorized in Splunk Cloud, it is essential that they are assigned to one or more Splunk roles. Roles in Splunk determine the permissions a user has, including the capabilities to access certain data, search across different data sources, or utilize various features within the Splunk environment. Roles are fundamental to the security model in Splunk, as they govern access control and the level of interaction users have with the platform's functionalities.

Being assigned to a role establishes the necessary permissions for performing tasks like searching, reporting, and managing data and configurations, which are central to a user's ability to operate effectively within the Splunk system.

Other options, such as recent login activity, being a premium user, or having prior experience with Splunk, do not necessarily define a user's authorization status in the system. Authorization is strictly tied to roles and permissions rather than frequency of login, user tier, or experience level. Hence, the requirement for role assignment is critical in determining a user's authorization status in Splunk Cloud.