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Using the dedup command

Benny611
Engager

How do I count the number of unique recipients of each type of unique attachment from emails. The same user could receive the same attachment in multiple emails. Using the “dedup” command?

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richgalloway
SplunkTrust
SplunkTrust

Use the distinct_count function of the stats command.

| stats dc(recip) as recip_count by attachment_type
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If this reply helps you, Karma would be appreciated.

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richgalloway
SplunkTrust
SplunkTrust

Use the distinct_count function of the stats command.

| stats dc(recip) as recip_count by attachment_type
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If this reply helps you, Karma would be appreciated.
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Benny611
Engager

@richgalloway Thanks, it worked, and I appreciate it.

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