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Log Collection Key Errors To Avoid

Resource covering Logging titled 'Log Collection Key Errors To Avoid'.

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  • Q: What is Error #1 in log collection?
    A: Collecting everything without a plan (The 'Hoarder' mentality).
  • Q: What is the consequence of Error #1?
    A: Storage costs explode, and finding relevant data becomes impossible due to noise.
  • Q: What is Error #2?
    A: Ignoring the 'Chain of Custody'. Logs must be legally admissible.
  • Q: What is Error #3?
    A: Collecting logs but never looking at them (Write-only memory).
  • Q: What is Error #4?
    A: Relying solely on default logging configurations (which are often insufficient).
  • Q: What is Error #5?
    A: Not synchronizing time (NTP) across all devices.
  • Q: What is the impact of unsynchronized time?
    A: It makes event correlation impossible and ruins forensic timelines.
  • Q: What is Error #6?
    A: Failing to secure the logs (allowing attackers to delete their tracks).
  • Q: What is the recommendation for 'Log Format'?
    A: Standardize log formats (e.g., Syslog, CEF) to simplify parsing.
  • Q: What is the final error mentioned?
    A: Not having a retention policy (keeping logs too long or not long enough).

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