Transforming Cisco IOS Device Logs into Actionable Insights Using Falcon LogScale

Cisco IOS devices are integral to network operations, providing critical functions such as routing, switching, and security. However, the sheer volume of log data generated by these devices can make it challenging to extract actionable insights. Crowdstrike’s Falcon LogScale (previously known as Humio), is a next-generation SIEM solution for parsing, visualizing, and analyzing Cisco IOS logs, enabling network administrators to maintain optimal network performance and security. In this blog, we’ll explore how Data Elicit Solutions’ custom-built parser and dashboards can help you gain deeper insights from your Cisco IOS logs.

Parsing Logs

The cornerstone of this package is the cisco-ios parser, designed to efficiently parse and categorize various log types generated by Cisco IOS devices. These parsers allows you to transform raw log data into structured formats that can be easily visualized and analyzed. The parser normalizes data to a common schema called CrowdStrike Parsing Standard (CPS). This schema allows you to search the data without knowing the data specifically, and just knowing the common schema instead. It also allows you to combine the data more easily with other data sources which conform to the same schema.

Pre-Built Dashboards for Quick Insights

To help you maximize the value of your Cisco IOS logs, we’ve created a set of pre-built dashboards. These dashboards provide real-time insights into various aspects of your network, from device performance to security audits. The package includes dashboards for:

Devices & Interfaces

Audit & Authentication

CDP Events

DHCP & ARP Inspections

Routing & Switching

Performance

Spanning tree & MAC flapping

Event Analysis

Wireless Devices

With Cisco IOS device logs successfully ingested into Falcon Logscale, SOC team can gain access to a wealth of actionable insights and can proactively address the treats and issues. The Cisco IOS Dashboards provides efficient visualization and insights as shown in the pictures.

Conclusion

Falcon LogScale, combined with the Data Elicit Solutions’ Cisco IOS package, offers a powerful solution for visualizing and analyzing Cisco IOS logs. By leveraging these tools, you can enhance network performance, ensure security, and maintain compliance with ease.

Ready to dive deeper?

This blog provides a general overview. Falcon LogScale is a high performing data logging solution with real time observability. We provide custom packages for Falcon LogScale that can provide effortless onboarding and insightful analysis of your log data.

Checkout LogConnector, our custom application that serves as the bridge between your organization’s data sources and Crowdstrike Falcon Logscale. With LogConnector, you can say goodbye to data ingestion complexities and leverage benefits of prebuilt connectors and dashboards that simplify your Falcon LogScale administration. Here at Data Elicit Solutions, we’re passionate about helping organizations unlock the full potential of their security data. Our team of experts is here to answer your questions and guide you through the implementation process.

Get in touch with us today to learn more about:

LogConnector features and benefits

Cisco IOS package for Falcon LogScale

How LogConnector and Falcon LogScale can enhance your IT & Security Operations

Are you ready to transform your Cisco IOS logs into actionable insights? Contact us today to learn how Falcon LogScale can help you achieve your network management goals.