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2funky_105078's avatar
2funky_105078
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Jan 31, 2017

ASM: is it mandatory to have a syslog server?

Hello,

 

One of our customer, do not have a Syslog server (neither remote syslog or HSL). It uses only SNMP pollong/traps and SMTP to send legal/illegal requests.

 

Do you think it is doable to run a PROD environment like this or are there an messages which are available only on syslog?

 

What are the risks of running a PROD environment with out a syslog service?

 

Thanks!

 

ASM Advanced WAF
hsl
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  • Leonardo_Souza's avatar
    Leonardo_Souza
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    Jan 31, 2017

    It is not mandatory, but a best practice. At least don't log locally in the device, otherwise you will have other performance problems.