What is the correct order of log flow processed by SmartEvent components?

The correct sequence of log flow processed by SmartEvent components is logical when considering how data is captured and analyzed in a security environment.

Initially, when a firewall processes traffic, it generates logs based on the transactions and events occurring in real-time. These logs are then sent to the Log Server, which is responsible for collecting and storing these logs from various sources within the network infrastructure.

After the logs are received and stored by the Log Server, they are forwarded to the Correlation Unit. The purpose of the Correlation Unit is to analyze the events in context, identifying patterns and potential security incidents. By correlating events from multiple logs, it can provide a more comprehensive view of security threats.

Once the logs are processed and correlations are made, the enriched data is sent to the SmartEvent Server Database for further storage and reporting. This step allows for historical analysis, querying, and generating reports based on the correlated information.

Finally, the SmartEvent Client retrieves and displays the processed logs and correlations to the user, allowing security analysts to monitor and respond to security events appropriately.

This flow highlights the structured and sequential manner in which logs are collected, correlated, and presented, ensuring thorough security management and analysis.