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How do I start Ossim?

How do I start Ossim?

Once you’ve downloaded the AlienVault OSSIM ISO file, you can install it to your virtual machine. In your virtual machine, create a new VM instance using the ISO as the installation source. Once you have initiated the new Debian 8. x 64-bit instance, select Install AlienVault OSSIM (64 Bit) and press Enter.

How do you set up alien vault?

Configure the USM Appliance Sensor

  1. Connect to the AlienVault Console through SSH and use your credentials to log in.
  2. Select Configure Sensor.
  3. Select Configure AlienVault Server IP.
  4. Type the IP address of the USM Appliance Server the sensor should contact and press Enter ().
  5. Select Configure AlienVault Framework IP.

What is an OSSIM VM?

OSSIM is a unified platform which is providing the essential security capabilities. Many proven open source security software’s are built into the OSSIM platform. It continues to be the fastest way to make the first steps towards unified security visibility.

How do I access AlienVault?

You also need to have access to the AlienVault Setup menu….

  1. Launch PuTTY or any other SSH client, and in the Host Name (or IP address) field, type the IP address of the appliance.
  2. Make sure that SSH is selected.
  3. Click Open.
  4. Enter the user credentials you use to log into the SSH client.
  5. In the login: field, enter root.

What is an Ossim VM?

How do I update AlienVault Ossim?

Navigate to System Preferences > Update AlienVault System > Update System (Major). Note: Make sure to choose the Update System (Major) option. The Update System option only updates the security feeds. Confirm that you want to continue with the major update.

How do I know what version of AlienVault I have?

Connect to the AlienVault Console through SSH and use your credentials to log in. The AlienVault Setup menu displays. Select About this Installation and press Enter. AlienVault Version denotes the USM Appliance version installed on the system.

How do I upgrade my AlienVault Ossim?

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