What do custom sensors in Tanium allow users to do?

Custom sensors in Tanium enable users to query for data that is not covered by the built-in sensors. This is particularly valuable because there are often unique organizational needs or specific data points that the default sensors do not address. By allowing the creation of custom sensors, Tanium empowers users to fetch and analyze data specific to their environment, providing greater flexibility and depth in data collection and analysis.

For example, if an organization requires information from a custom application or a specific registry key that is not included in Tanium's standard offerings, they can create a custom sensor to gather that information. This ability makes Tanium a versatile tool, adaptable to a wide range of environments and requirements.

Other choices, such as automating common tasks, monitoring system performance, and creating new user accounts, do not capture the primary function of custom sensors, which is focused on data retrieval and querying.