Avoiding Pitfalls in Log Management Planning
Over the past decade cyber security has emerged as an important concern for organizations of all sizes. The increase in digitized corporate records, coupled with the rise in cyber crime, is driving organizations in the public and private sectors to invest in more protection for sensitive data and regulated or other critical assets. In just the first two months this year, the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse has noted data breaches at several financial, healthcare and educational institutions as well at federal, state and local governmental agencies.
By Ansh Patnaik
This isn't a comprehensive discussion of the common pitfalls in log management, but hopefully it sheds more insight on common mistakes that can be avoided in planning and selecting the right log management investment.
Ansh Patnaik is the director of product marketing at ArcSight. He is an ISSA and ISACA member and maintains the CISSP certification. Ansh has worked in the security space for over 10 years with companies such as BindView/ Symantec and Omniva Policy Systems.
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