Windows Event Log forwarded alerts design
Overview
Forward only useful channels—security log verbosity can bankrupt SIEM.
Filters
Event IDs for auth failures, service installs, scheduled task creations baseline tuned per app.
Sampling
High-volume workstations may sample statistically—document blind spots.
Retention
Match compliance min; forwarder buffers offline laptops thoughtfully.
Test
Periodic injection of synthetic event in lab verifying alert receipt.
Cost review
Monthly EPS (events per second) charge reconciliation.
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