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Security ContentExabeam Security Content in the Common Information Model

Parsing for SIEM and Log Management Applications

In Log Stream, Search, and Correlation Rules, parsing is based on the Exabeam common information model. When considering how a log should be parsed, keep in mind that the goal of parsing log data for these applications is to facilitate the following types of activities:

  • Index and search log data

  • Generate dashboards and other types of data visualizations

  • Create rules on your data

  • Add searchable context to log data

You can create or tune parsers in Log Stream. While compliance with the Exabeam common information model is not enforced through the CDI methodology for Log Stream, Search, and Correlation Rules, it's a good idea to understand the context elements of the information model. These context elements inform categorization methods across products. Context elements are also key to querying and filtering data in ways that are both accurate and granular.