An error occurs while editing threat sources in the Threat Intelligence Management page.

Available Languages

Updated:September 29, 2026
Document ID:SPLK048098

Bias-Free Language

The documentation set for this product strives to use bias-free language. For the purposes of this documentation set, bias-free is defined as language that does not imply discrimination based on age, disability, gender, racial identity, ethnic identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and intersectionality. Exceptions may be present in the documentation due to language that is hardcoded in the user interfaces of the product software, language used based on RFP documentation, or language that is used by a referenced third-party product. Learn more about how Cisco is using Inclusive Language.

Applicability

Splunk Enterprise Security

Description

The following error occurs on the Threat Intelligence Management page while and unable to edit the threat sources for the "ess_admin" user.

 

"You need `edit_modinput_threatlist` capability to edit this information"

 


Investigation

Upon investigation, the "ess_admin" doesn't have required capability "edit_modinput_threatlist" to edit the threat sources.

 

while.png


Resolution

To resolve the issue, follow the below steps:

  • Navigate to Settings.
  • Select Roles.
  • Select "ess_admin".

while.png

  • Search for the "edit_modinput_threatlist" capability.
  • Select the "edit_modinput_threatlist" capability.
  • Click Save.

 

while.png

After performing the changes, the error no longer persists, and the threat sources are being listed for the "ess_admin" role in the Threat Intelligence Management page.

 


Configure_Users_Roles

Revision History

Revision Publish Date Comments
1.0
29-Sep-2026
Initial Release

Was this Document Helpful?

FeedbackFeedback

Contact Cisco