# Syslog

## Usage <a href="#usage" id="usage"></a>

By integrating Syslog, users can consolidate logs from various devices or applications within their network into a centralized repository. This centralized logging enhances security, compliance, and operational management by offering real-time insights and historical data analysis. The ability to parse, alert, and act on specific log entries streamlines troubleshooting and monitoring, making the Syslog integration a powerful tool in managing complex network environments efficiently and effectively.

## Netography Portal Steps <a href="#netography-portal-steps" id="netography-portal-steps"></a>

In **Settings > Response Integrations**, click **Add Integration**. Select **Syslog**\`

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## Configuration <a href="#configuration" id="configuration"></a>

| Field        | Required | Description                                                                            | Example              |
| ------------ | -------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------- |
| `Host`       | yes      | The hostname or IP address of the Syslog server                                        | `syslog.example.com` |
| `Facility`   | no       | The syslog facility level to be used (e.g., auth, cron, daemon, etc.)                  | `auth`               |
| `Syslog Tag` | no       | The tag to be appended to each syslog message, used for easier filtering and searching | `NetographyAlert`    |
| `Output`     | no       | Specifies the format in which the syslog messages are sent                             | `RFC3164`            |


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