SIEM, log management and big data security analytics
Scanning and interpreting the plethora of alerts and logs produced each day by various stand-alone network devices isn't humanly possible. Learn how to use security information and event management (SIEM) technology and security analytics to a analyze vast amounts of data and provide real-time threat and incident response.
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SIEM, log management and big data security analytics News
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April 30, 2018
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Apr'18
Algorithmic discrimination: A coming storm for security?
Following several RSA Conference 2018 talks on machine learning and AI, it's worth asking how algorithmic discrimination might manifest in the infosec industry.
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March 30, 2018
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Risk & Repeat: IBM Think 2018 highlights AI, blockchain
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors recap IBM Think 2018 and discuss Watson's Law and Big Blue's pledge to keep user data safe from misuse and exposure.
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March 21, 2018
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How machine learning anomaly detection works inside SAP
SAP CSO Justin Somaini discusses how SAP uses machine learning for security tasks, like anomaly detection, and compares supervised and unsupervised algorithms.
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February 16, 2018
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SonicWall spots Meltdown exploits with machine learning tech
SonicWall says its new deep memory inspection technology, which powers the vendor's Capture Cloud sandbox service, can block Meltdown threats and other zero-day attacks.
SIEM, log management and big data security analytics Get Started
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What are the top SIEM use cases?
SIEM tools help organizations detect and mitigate malware and viruses, but they also allow administrators to offload traffic when an attack hampers performance. Continue Reading
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Will it last? The marriage between UBA tools and SIEM
The failure to detect insider threats and a growing need to store and sort through massive amounts of data have drawn attention to user behavior analytics, sometimes called user and entity behavior analytics. According to Gartner, UBA tools deliver ... Continue Reading
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How to make a SIEM system comparison before you buy
The current trend in SIEM systems involves machine learning capabilties. Even so, direct human management is still essential for SIEM to be effective. Continue Reading
Evaluate SIEM, log management and big data security analytics Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Get to know SIEM software basics and benefits
Security information and event management tools give organizations enhanced network management functionality, such as automatic reporting, data stream analysis and anomaly detection. Continue Reading
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A security operations center for hire? Something to consider
There are some good reasons your company should consider hiring a third party to provide SOC services, but certain aspects of security operations should be kept in-house. Continue Reading
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SOC services: How to find the right provider for your company
SOCs are the latest services you can now outsource rather than build in-house. But should you entrust them to a third party? Yes—but make sure you know how to pick the best. Continue Reading
Manage SIEM, log management and big data security analytics
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Easily read a log file in Linux with command-line tools
Depending on the specific Linux distribution you use, there is a variety of commands to help you locate, read and search log files within related program components. Continue Reading
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SIEM benefits include automated monitoring, malware mitigation
SIEM tools deliver automated alert actions, normalize log data and provide intelligent filtering, all of which can help IT administrators lighten their workloads. Continue Reading
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What are the options for log management in Linux?
Linux administrators should use syslog and systemd-journald together for smart log analysis. But there are also open source log management tools to consider. Continue Reading
Problem Solve SIEM, log management and big data security analytics Issues
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Politics of cyber attribution pose risk for private industry
Why nation-state attribution plays a major role in the U.S. government's willingness to share cyberthreat intelligence with private-sector companies. Continue Reading
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Machine learning in security explodes: Does it work?
Machine learning in security is continuing to advance, and many companies now claim to have introduced artificial intelligence techniques into their platforms. With the high volume of data that most security teams have to prioritize, machine ... Continue Reading
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How can open FTP servers be protected from Miner-C malware?
Enterprises with open FTP servers are being targeted by Miner-C malware for crypto coin mining activities. Expert Nick Lewis explains how enterprises can protect their servers. Continue Reading