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System Monitoring

ISM-0109

Event logs from workstations are analysed in a timely manner to detect cyber security events.

ISM-0580

An event logging policy is developed, implemented and maintained.

ISM-0584

For any system requiring authentication, logon, failed logon and logoff events are logged.

ISM-0585

For each event logged, the date and time of the event, the relevant user or process, the relevant filename, the event description, and the information technology equipment involved are recorded.

ISM-0586

Event logs are protected from unauthorised access, modification and deletion.

ISM-0859

Event logs, excluding those for Domain Name System services and web proxies, are retained for at least seven years.

ISM-0988

An accurate and consistent time source is used for event logging.

ISM-0991

Event logs for Domain Name System services and web proxies are retained for at least 18 months.

ISM-1228

Cyber security events are analysed in a timely manner to identify cyber security incidents.

ISM-1405

A centralised event logging facility is implemented and event logs are sent to the facility as soon as possible after they occur.

ISM-1815

Event logs are protected from unauthorised modification and deletion.

ISM-1906

Event logs from internet-facing servers are analysed in a timely manner to detect cyber security events.

ISM-1907

Event logs from non-internet-facing servers are analysed in a timely manner to detect cyber security events.

ISM-1959

To the extent possible, event logs are captured and stored in a consistent and structured format.

ISM-1960

Event logs from internet-facing network devices are analysed in a timely manner to detect cyber security events.

ISM-1961

Event logs from non-internet-facing network devices are analysed in a timely manner to detect cyber security events.

Last updated October 1, 2024

The Information Security Manual and its controls are written by the Australian Cyber Security Centre.
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