Insufficient Logging & Monitoring
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What it is
This issue occurs when security-relevant events are not logged, monitored, or acted upon effectively across systems.
Why it matters
Organizations may remain unaware of breaches for weeks or months, dramatically increasing damage, dwell time, and recovery costs.
How to reduce risk
- Centralize security logs in an alerting-capable platform
- Monitor alerts continuously and tune out noise without silencing real issues
- Regularly test incident-response workflows to confirm signals reach responders
Related Terms: SIEM, User Behavior Analytics, Threat Intelligence
External Resources:
- OWASP Top 10 – Logging & Monitoring Failures: https://owasp.org/Top10/A09_2021-Security_Logging_and_Monitoring_Failures/