Configure SonicWall GMS to send logs to Arctic Wolf

You can configure SonicWall® GMS to send the necessary logs to Arctic Wolf® for security monitoring.

SonicWall GMS is a web-based application that allows you to configure and manage multiple SonicWall firewall appliances from one location.

Requirements

• An activated Arctic Wolf Sensor
• Access to the SonicWall GMS console with administrator permissions

Steps

1. Configure log forwarding.
2. Provide your SonicWall GMS information to Arctic Wolf.

Step 1: Configure log forwarding

1. Sign in to the SonicWall GMS console with administrator permissions.

2. In a browser tab, go to GMS Tech Support.

3. If a Warning dialog appears, click Accept.

4. In the Configuration File editor section, click Edit.

5. For the server that receives the forwarded logs, configure these settings:

   • syslog.forwardToHost — Enter the IP address of your Arctic Wolf physical or virtual sensor.
   • syslog.forwardToHostPort — Enter 514.

6. Click Update.

7. Restart the Arctic Wolf virtual or physical sensor.

Step 2: Provide your SonicWall GMS information to Arctic Wolf

1. Sign in to the Arctic Wolf® Unified Portal.

2. Click Help > Open a New Ticket.

3. On the Open a New Ticket page, configure these settings:

   • What is this ticket related to? — Select General request.
   • Subject — Enter Syslog changes.
   • Related ticket (optional) — Keep blank.
   • Message — Enter this information for your Concierge Security® Team (CST):
     • Confirmation that you completed the steps in this configuration guide.
     • The IP address or hostname you used during the configuration.
     • Any questions or comments that you have.

4. Click Send Message.

   Your CST will review the details, and then confirm that Arctic Wolf is successfully processing the logs.

See also

• Configure SonicWall to send logs to Arctic Wolf