Exploring Wazuh: Request for Detailed Explanation of Real-Time Use

[Harish kannan]

 Hello,
We are college students eager to gain a deeper understanding of Wazuh and its real-time applications. Could you please provide us with a detailed explanation of how Wazuh is used in real-world scenarios, including its practical benefits and significance in cybersecurity?  

[Md. Nazmur Sakib]

Hello Harish,

Wazuh is a SIEM and XDR.

To understand Wazuh, you need to understand what SIEM and XDR are in cybersecurity.

In simple words, A SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) in cybersecurity is a tool that collects logs and data from different systems, applications, and devices across a network, then analyzes them to detect unusual or suspicious activities. It acts like a central security guard that monitors everything in real time, helps identify potential threats or attacks, and alerts the security team so they can respond quickly.

Wazuh XDR (Extended Detection and Response) goes beyond traditional SIEM. It not only collects and analyzes logs, but also integrates endpoint security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and automated response in one solution. In simple terms, Wazuh XDR is like having a security control room that can see threats across your entire IT environment (servers, endpoints, cloud, containers, etc.) and then take action automatically to stop or reduce the impact of an attack.


You can read more about different use cases of Wazuh on our website.

It will be more fun if you see the uses practically. If you have a PC/Laptop with 8 GB or more RAM, you can configure a homelab.

You will need to install a virtualization platform, such as VirtualBox.

And import this OVA file to the VirtualBox following this document.


Now you can connect your workstation to Wazuh by installing an agent on the endpoint. For this, follow this document.

Now you will be able to see different logs of your workstation. Also, you will be able to see other useful information, like the list of packages and vulnerable packages installed on your desktop or laptop.

Can read these documents to learn about the different capabilities of Wazuh.


You can also implement different use cases of Wazuh following this document.

Let me know if you need any further information or if you need any further assistance with anything related to Wazuh.