Mastering SIEM with Graylog

TL;DR

What: SIEM centralizes and analyzes log data to detect threats and ensure compliance.
Why Graylog: Cost-effective, scalable, easy to use—with open-source flexibility and enterprise-grade power.
Start Here: Plan your log collection → Feed your SIEM → Choose the right analysis tool → Optimize with Graylog 6.2 features.

Understand, Implement, and Optimize Your Security Strategy

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) is a cornerstone of modern cybersecurity. With growing threats and increasing compliance demands, organizations need a solution that delivers clarity, control, and confidence. Graylog offers a streamlined, cost-effective approach to SIEM—built for today’s complex IT environments.

What is SIEM and Why It Matters

SIEM solutions collect and analyze log data from across your network to detect threats, streamline investigations, and demonstrate compliance. Effective SIEM enables:

Real-time security event detection
Historical analysis of incidents
Centralized log management
Compliance reporting

Traditional SIEM tools can be costly and complex. That’s where Graylog comes in.

Plan Your Log Collection Strategy

Before diving into SIEM, you need a solid log collection plan.

Feeding Your First SIEM with Graylog

Once logs are identified, it’s time to build your first SIEM pipeline.

Get started: Feeding Your First SIEM with Graylog

In this guide:

Initial configuration steps
Parsing, tagging, and enriching log data
Building alerts and dashboards

How to Choose the Right Log Analysis Tool

Choosing a log analysis tool impacts your entire security posture.

Compare options: How to Choose the Right Log Analysis Tool

Graylog stands out by:

Eliminating proprietary query languages
Offering transparent pricing
Supporting advanced searches and visualizations

The Affordable SIEM Alternative

Many SIEMs offer promise, but few deliver value without complexity.

Explore more: Graylog Security: The Affordable SIEM Alternative

Why Graylog is different:

Open-source roots, enterprise-ready
Low learning curve
Designed for security and observability teams alike

What’s New in Graylog 6.2

The latest release powers even more efficient security operations.

Learn whats new: Introducing Graylog 6.2

Features include:

Asset-based risk scoring
AI-driven investigation reports
Smarter data routing

Graylog Named a Leader, Fast Mover in SIEM

Graylog continues to stand out in the SIEM landscape for its innovation and adaptability.

Features include:

Graylog was named a Leader and Fast Mover in GigaOm’s 2024 SIEM Radar.
Recognized for its customizable alerts, flexible search, and intuitive dashboards.
Ideal for organizations needing a scalable, compliance-ready, and cost-effective SIEM solution.

FAQ

What is a SIEM and how does it work?
A SIEM collects, aggregates, and analyzes security data across your network to identify threats and ensure compliance.

Is Graylog a full-featured SIEM?
Yes. Graylog provides advanced security monitoring, alerting, and compliance features—without the overhead of traditional SIEMs.

Can I start using Graylog for free?
Absolutely. Graylog offers a free open-source version, with commercial options for enterprise scale.

What kind of support does Graylog provide?
From documentation to community forums and enterprise support plans, Graylog ensures your success.

Start Your SIEM Journey Today

"Navigating the Process Pipeline: Enriching Log Data Made Easy — The Product is easy to use and provides a well thought out process for ingesting, parsing and utilizing logs. "

Mastering SIEM with Graylog

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Understand, Implement, and Optimize Your Security Strategy

What is SIEM and Why It Matters

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Start Your SIEM Journey Today

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