What is Type80 Syslog and what does it do?
Type80 Syslog is a z/OS application that captures syslog messages and routes them to external security information and event management (SIEM) systems. It provides real-time monitoring and analysis of z/OS system events.
What protocols does Type80 Syslog use for communication?
Type80 Syslog uses standard syslog protocols, such as UDP and TCP, to forward messages. It supports configurable message formats, including LEEF and CEF, for compatibility with various SIEM solutions.
How does Type80 Syslog integrate with existing security systems?
Type80 Syslog integrates with z/OS security systems, such as RACF, ACF2, and Top Secret, to correlate security events with user identities and access controls. It also supports integration with external threat intelligence feeds for enhanced security analysis.
How is Type80 Syslog configured and managed?
Type80 Syslog supports centralized configuration management through a web-based interface. Administrators can define filtering rules, message formats, and destination servers from a single console.