How to update the severity of an alert in EventLog Analyzer
Objective
In ManageEngine EventLog Analyzer, each alert profile can be assigned a severity level (for example, Critical, Trouble, Attention, Info). Updating the severity level helps categorize alerts effectively and prioritize incident response. This document provides steb-by-step instructions on how to update the severity of an alert in EventLog Analyzer
Steps to follow
Follow these steps to update the severity for an existing alert profile:
- Navigate to the Alerts tab in EventLog Analyzer.
- Click Manage Alert Profiles in the top-right corner.
- Use the search bar to locate the alert profile whose severity you want to update.
- Hover over the profile name and click the Update (Edit) icon.
- In the profile configuration window, choose the desired Severity from the drop-down menu.
- Click Update to save the changes.
Tips
- Choose Critical for alerts that require immediate attention.
- Apply Info or Attention for routine or low-priority alerts.
- Periodically review and fine-tune alert severities to match changes in security posture or compliance requirements.
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