Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs.
The proliferation of cyber threats necessitates robust security measures to safeguard critical assets and data in today's evolving digital landscape. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), which are the backbone of the global economy are particularly vulnerable to these threats due to inadequate...
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| author | Jawad Manzoor Abdul Waleed Abdul Fareed Jamali Ammar Masood |
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| description | The proliferation of cyber threats necessitates robust security measures to safeguard critical assets and data in today's evolving digital landscape. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), which are the backbone of the global economy are particularly vulnerable to these threats due to inadequate protection for critical and sensitive information, budgetary constraints, and lack of cybersecurity expertise and personnel. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems have emerged as pivotal tools for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents. While proprietary SIEM solutions have historically dominated the market, open-source SIEM systems have gained prominence for their accessibility and cost-effectiveness for SMEs. This article presents a comprehensive study focusing on the evaluation of open-source SIEM systems. The research investigates the capabilities of these open-source solutions in addressing modern security challenges and compliance with regulatory requirements. Performance aspects are explored through empirical testing in simulated enterprise-grade SME network environments to assess resource utilization, and real-time data processing capabilities. By providing a rigorous assessment of the security and performance features of open-source SIEM systems, this research offers valuable insights to cybersecurity practitioners, organizations seeking cost-effective security solutions, and the broader academic community. The findings shed light on the strengths and limitations of these systems, aiding decision-makers in selecting the most suitable SIEM solution for their specific requirements while enhancing the cybersecurity posture of SMEs. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-fc57308e605c406d82742b67c1730fdc2024-04-04T05:34:43ZengPublic Library of Science (PLoS)PLoS ONE1932-62032024-01-01193e030118310.1371/journal.pone.0301183Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs.Jawad ManzoorAbdul WaleedAbdul Fareed JamaliAmmar MasoodThe proliferation of cyber threats necessitates robust security measures to safeguard critical assets and data in today's evolving digital landscape. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), which are the backbone of the global economy are particularly vulnerable to these threats due to inadequate protection for critical and sensitive information, budgetary constraints, and lack of cybersecurity expertise and personnel. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems have emerged as pivotal tools for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents. While proprietary SIEM solutions have historically dominated the market, open-source SIEM systems have gained prominence for their accessibility and cost-effectiveness for SMEs. This article presents a comprehensive study focusing on the evaluation of open-source SIEM systems. The research investigates the capabilities of these open-source solutions in addressing modern security challenges and compliance with regulatory requirements. Performance aspects are explored through empirical testing in simulated enterprise-grade SME network environments to assess resource utilization, and real-time data processing capabilities. By providing a rigorous assessment of the security and performance features of open-source SIEM systems, this research offers valuable insights to cybersecurity practitioners, organizations seeking cost-effective security solutions, and the broader academic community. The findings shed light on the strengths and limitations of these systems, aiding decision-makers in selecting the most suitable SIEM solution for their specific requirements while enhancing the cybersecurity posture of SMEs.https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article/file?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0301183&type=printable |
| spellingShingle | Jawad Manzoor Abdul Waleed Abdul Fareed Jamali Ammar Masood Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs. PLoS ONE |
| title | Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs. |
| title_full | Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs. |
| title_fullStr | Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs. |
| title_full_unstemmed | Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs. |
| title_short | Cybersecurity on a budget: Evaluating security and performance of open-source SIEM solutions for SMEs. |
| title_sort | cybersecurity on a budget evaluating security and performance of open source siem solutions for smes |
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