FORTIFYING CYBER DEFENSE: THE CRITICAL ROLE OF SECURING SIEM DATA PIPELINES
Keywords:
SIEM, Data Pipelines, Security, Threat Detection, Log Management, Incident Response, Compliance Reporting, Forensics, Data Security, Cyber Defense, Data Fragmentation, Cyber AdversariesAbstract
Data has become a crucial part of the data-driven business landscape, but as it travels through complex pathways, there’s a hidden danger. This report explores the imperative of securing data pipelines within Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems. Exploring SIEM data pipelines, we uncover challenges from using multiple tools and dealing with scattered data. This includes cases where credentials were exposed due to misconfigurations. The paper also highlights the vital role of strong security practices, proper setup, and regular updates in securing data pipelines within the dynamic SIEM environment.
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