logghanteringsplattform

Logghanteringsplattform is a class of software systems used to collect, store, index, search, analyze, and manage log data generated by IT infrastructure, applications, and services. The goal is to provide visibility into operational and security events, support troubleshooting, performance optimization, and compliance requirements.

Key features include data ingestion from agents, syslog, and API, data normalization and enrichment, scalable storage, fast search and querying, dashboards and visualizations, alerting, and policy-driven data retention. Many platforms integrate with security information and event management (SIEM) and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) workflows.

Architecture commonly comprises data collectors or agents; a streaming or batch processing layer; a central storage layer; and a user interface for search, analytics, and alerting. Deployment models include on-premises, cloud-based software as a service (SaaS), or hybrid configurations. The system is designed to scale with high throughput and retention requirements, and may leverage open-source components.

Interoperability is achieved through standard log formats (JSON, SYSLOG, Common Event Format), and through OpenTelemetry and integration with cloud services and application platforms. Data protection and access control are critical, with features such as encryption, role-based access control, auditing, and data retention policies to meet regulatory obligations (for example, GDPR, PCI DSS).

Common use cases include IT operations monitoring, security monitoring and incident detection, troubleshooting application problems, compliance reporting, and service level management. Challenges include managing data volume and cost, ensuring data quality and privacy, and balancing real-time needs with archival strategies.