What is Suricata?
Suricata is a free and open-source network threat detection engine that provides intrusion detection (IDS), intrusion prevention (IPS), and network security monitoring. It is designed to be highly scalable and performant, making it an ideal solution for large and complex networks. Suricata is capable of detecting and preventing a wide range of threats, including malware, viruses, and other types of malicious activity.
Main Features
Suricata’s main features include:
- Network traffic analysis and monitoring
- Intrusion detection and prevention
- Malware detection and prevention
- Customizable rules and alerts
- Integration with other security tools and systems
Installation Guide
Prerequisites
Before installing Suricata, you will need to ensure that your system meets the following prerequisites:
- A 64-bit operating system (such as Linux or Windows)
- A minimum of 4 GB of RAM
- A minimum of 2 CPU cores
Installation Steps
To install Suricata, follow these steps:
- Download the Suricata installation package from the official website
- Extract the package to a directory on your system
- Run the installation script (such as
install.shon Linux orinstall.baton Windows) - Follow the prompts to complete the installation
Configuration and Setup
Baseline Configuration
After installation, you will need to configure Suricata to meet your specific needs. This includes setting up the baseline configuration, which defines the rules and settings for your network traffic analysis and monitoring.
Tracking with Snapshots and Rollbacks
Suricata provides a feature called