SIEM and Log Analysis
Splunk Free
Splunk Free is a limited, free version of Splunk’s data analysis platform, designed for individuals and small teams to collect, search, and analyze machine data. It supports indexing up to 500MB of data per day.
Key Features:
- Log collection and real-time search
- Basic dashboards and visualizations
- No user authentication or role-based access
Real-World Application: Ideal for small-scale troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and gaining insights from machine data without additional cost.
Elastic Stack (ELK)
Elastic Stack (ELK) is a powerful data analysis and visualization platform comprising Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana. It helps organizations collect, process, and analyze large volumes of data in real time.
Key Features:
- Elasticsearch: A search and analytics engine for storing and querying data.
- Logstash: A data pipeline for ingesting, transforming, and sending data.
- Kibana: A visualization tool for creating dashboards and insights.
Real-World Application: Widely used in cybersecurity for log management, threat detection, and monitoring network activity.
LogRhythm
is a security information and event management (SIEM) platform designed to help organizations detect, respond to, and neutralize cyber threats. It centralizes and analyzes log data from various sources to provide actionable insights and automated threat detection.
Key Features:
- Real-time threat monitoring and analytics
- Automated incident response workflows
- Centralized log management and compliance reporting
Real-World Application: Used by security teams to enhance threat detection, streamline investigations, and meet compliance requirements.
Graylog
Graylog is a centralized log management and analysis tool designed to process, store, and analyze large volumes of log data. It is widely used for monitoring systems, troubleshooting, and detecting security incidents.
Key Features:
- Real-time log collection and analysis
- Customizable dashboards and alerts
- Integration with various data sources and plugins
Real-World Application: Used by IT and security teams for log correlation, incident detection, and compliance reporting.
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