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PAPERTRAL SIEM TOOL

CICSA PROJECT

SUBMITTED TO: Rinto M Prince

SUBMITTED ON: 16 Dec 2024

Team Members : Joyal Joy , Ajay krishna ps ,Rakhi Raj
ABSTRACT
The Papertrail project offers a streamlined, cloud-based log
management and monitoring solution designed for
developers, IT teams, and system administrators. It
centralizes logs from diverse sources, including servers,
applications, networking devices, and cloud services, into a
single, accessible platform.

By providing real-time log aggregation and search

capabilities, Papertrail enables proactive system
monitoring, troubleshooting, and security auditing. Key
features include live tailing, alerts, and integrations with
tools like Slack and PagerDuty. The service is scalable for
projects of varying sizes and supports simple setup
processes across multiple platforms, including Linux,
Windows, and macOS.

Papertrail’s intuitive user interface and powerful query

options make it an essential tool for managing operational
efficiency, improving incident response times, and ensuring
compliance with organizational and regulatory
requirements.
INDEX

1. INTRODUCTION..............................................

Features & Use Cases........................................

2. PROCEDURE & CONFIGURATION................

Configure client system.......................................

Install nxlog in windows.....................................

Code for configuration.........................................

3. CONFIGURING ALERT IN PAPERTRAIL.....

Vieweing event detail as a pie chart in papertrail.............

4. Reference............................................................
INTRODUCTION
Papertrail is a cloud-based log management service by
SolarWinds, designed to aggregate, monitor, and analyze log data
in real-time. It provides a centralized platform for collecting logs
from various sources, including servers, applications, network
devices, and cloud services. Papertrail is known for its ease of
use, powerful search capabilities, and real- time monitoring
features, making it a popular choice for IT professionals and
developers.

OBJECTIVES

Centralized Log Management

Collects logs from servers, apps, and network devices in

one place.

Real-Time Monitoring in Papertrai

Papertrail provides live, real-time monitoring of log data,

enabling users to instantly view and analyze system events
as they occur. With its Live Tail feature, you can watch logs
from multiple sources in a single, consolidated stream,
making it easy to detect and respond to issues like errors,
performance bottlenecks, or security anomalies as they
happen. This proactive approach helps minimize downtime
and ensures faster incident resolution.
Real-Time Log Aggregation:

Papertrail collects logs from multiple sources in real-time,

ensuring that all log data is centralized and available for
immediate analysis.

It supports a wide range of log sources, including syslog,

Windows Event Logs, application logs, and more.

Powerful Search and Filtering:

Papertrail's search functionality allows users to quickly locate

specific log entries using keywords, phrases, and regular
expressions.

Advanced filtering options enable users to narrow down

search results based on criteria such as log source, severity,

and timestamp.

Real-Time Troubleshooting:

Enable instant detection and resolution of system issues

through live log tailing and powerful search capabilities.
Simplify System Monitoring

Provide a user-friendly interface and tools for effortless tracking of

operational performance and anomalies.

Improve Incident Response:

Reduce downtime by setting alerts for specific events and

automating notifications to DevOps or IT teams.

Alerts and Notifications:

Users can set up alerts to be notified of specific log events or

patterns, helping to detect and respond to issues promptly.

Notifications can be sent via email, Slack, PagerDuty, webhooks, and

other channels.

Scalable Solutions:

Adapt to the needs of small teams or large enterprises, ensuring

flexibility and reliability as systems grow.
Consolidation with other tool

Papertrail Consolidation seamlessly with a variety of DevOps and

monitoring tools, including Slack, PagerDuty, and AWS CloudWatch.

Security and Compliance:

Papertrail provides secure log transmission using SSL/TLS

encryption, ensuring that log data is protected in transit.

It supports compliance with industry standards and regulations,

in regulated environments.
making it suitable for use

Papertrail is a comprehensive log management solution that

offers real-time log aggregation, centralized logging, and
powerful search capabilities. Its ease of use, real-time
monitoring features, and integration with other tools make it a
valuable asset for IT professionals and developers. Whether for
troubleshooting, security monitoring, performance analysis, or
compliance, Papertrail provides the tools needed to manage and
analyze log data effectively.
PROCEDURE & CONFIGURATION
Papertrail is a cloud-based log management service by
SolarWinds that aggregates, monitors, and analyzes log data
from various sources in real-time. It centralizes log data from
servers, applications, and network devices into a single
repository, making it easier to manage and troubleshoot. Key
features include powerful search and filtering capabilities, live
tail for real-time log viewing, and the ability to set up alerts and
notifications for specific log events. Papertrail integrates
seamlessly with popular DevOps and monitoring tools like
Slack, PagerDuty, and AWS CloudWatch, enhancing operational
efficiency, security monitoring, and troubleshooting capabilities
for organizations.

Configure client system to send log to papertrail

 A Papertrail account (you can sign up for a free trial).

 Access to your servers, applications, and network devices whose logs you want to
 monitor.
 Visit the Papertrail website.
Sign up for an account or log in if you already have one.

fig 1.1
providing a default log destination for centralized management and troubleshooting
Configure client Systems to Send Logs to Papertrail

fig 1.2

Click the add system now option

fig 1.3

Download and install latest nxlog-ce-x.x.x.msi

Here we can see three edition NXLog Community Edition NXLog
Enterprise Edition and NXLog Manger.

fig 1.4

Here we choosed Community Edition

fig 1.5
NXLog Community Edition is a free, open-source log management solution suitable for
basic deployments on Windows, Linux, and Unix-like systems. It supports common log
formats such as syslog, JSON, and CSV, and offers basic encryption and buffering.
However, it lacks advanced features like high availability, load balancing, and
centralized management. It is supported by the community and offers limited
integration capabilities.

Install nxlog in windows

fig 1.6

fig 1.7
fig 1.8

Download papertrail-bundle.pem to the cert directory and Replace the nxlog.conf

contents with this nxlog.conf.

nxlog.conf.
fig 1.9

Replace the nxlog.conf with below content.

Code for configuration

fig 1.10

Now replace the host and port with our destination (logs.papertrailapp.com:51793)
To activate run the command net stop nxlog & net start nxlog.

fig 2.1

fig 2.2
sys logs
After this logs will go to destination.

fig 2.3

Configuring Alerts in Papertrail

Configuring Alerts in Papertrail To effectively monitor log events

and receive notifications when specific conditions are met,
configuring alerts in Papertrail is essential.

Below are the detailed steps to set up an alert:

Configure the Alert Once the search is saved, you will see an
option to set up an alert. Click the "Create Alert" button associated
with the saved search. In the alert configuration window, you can
define the alert conditions. Specify the frequency (e.g., once every
minute, once every hour) and the minimum number of matches
needed to trigger the alert.
fig 2.4

Set Notification Preferences

For email notifications, enter the email addresses to

receive the alerts.

For Slack notifications, integrate Papertrail with your Slack

workspace and specify the channel for alerts

For webhooks or other integrations, provide the

necessary URL or configuration details.
fig 2.5

Save the Alert : After configuring the alert conditions and

notification preferences, click the "Save" button to activate
the alert.

Manage Alerts : You can manage your alerts from the

"Alerts" tab in the Papertrail interface. Here, you can edit,
disable, or delete existing alerts.

fig 2.6
Viewing Event Details as a Pie Chart in Papertrail

Go to the Dashboard: Navigate to the Papertrail dashboard

by logging into your Papertrail account at Papertrail. The
dashboard is the main interface where you can manage and
monitor your log data.

Click the Dropdown in "All Systems" Once on the dashboard,

locate the "All Systems" dropdown menu near the system
selection. Click on this dropdown to view the available
options.

fig 2.6

View Details From the dropdown menu, select the

"Details" option. This will display a pie chart of all
events for the selected system.
fig 2.7

By following these steps, you can easily view your log data as a
pie chart in Papertrail,

CONCLUSION

The successful implementation of SolarWinds Papertrail in

a Windows environment demonstrates its effectiveness as
a robust log management solution. By configuring
Papertrail to collect and aggregate logs from various
sources, we have significantly enhanced our ability to
monitor system performance, security, and reliability. The
installation and configuration process, as detailed in this
report, facilitated the integration of Papertrail with
Windows event logs and application logs, ensuring
comprehensive log visibility and management.
The project highlighted the importance of creating tailored log searches,
alerts, and dashboards to support real-time analysis and timely incident
response. These features have proven invaluable in detecting anomalies
and streamlining the troubleshooting process, thereby contributing to
improved system stability and operational efficiency.

In conclusion, SolarWinds Papertrail provides a powerful platform

for log management that meets the needs of modern IT
environments. Its cloud-based capabilities and user-friendly
interface make it an ideal choice for organizations seeking to
optimize their log data collection and analysis practices. This
project not only underscores the value of effective log management
but also serves as a practical guide for implementing Papertrail in
Windows based systems, offering valuable insights and best
practices for IT professionals.

Reference