Access Denied Report in eCatalog


Enhanced Security Monitoring with Access Denied Logs:

The Access Denied Report feature in eCatalog is an essential security tool that provides administrators with detailed logs of all access-denied incidents within the system. This report is similar to Audit Logs in its detailed recording of events but focuses specifically on instances where access attempts are blocked, offering critical insights into potential security threats.


Key Features of the Access Denied Report:


  • Comprehensive Logging
    Records every incident where access to the system is denied, detailing the user involved, the time of the attempt, and the specific resources or URLs that were targeted.
  • Detailed Inspection
    Administrators can view each log entry in detail, similar to how they would examine entries in Audit Logs. This includes the ability to analyze the context and reasons behind each denied access, aiding in thorough security assessments.
  • Proactive Security Measures
    Regular review of these logs helps identify patterns that might indicate cyber-attacks, such as repeated attempts to access the same suspicious URLs or unusual rates of denied entries.


Benefits of Access Denied Report:


  • Early Detection of Threats
    By monitoring and analyzing denied access attempts, administrators can detect and respond to potential security threats before they escalate.
  • Improved Security Posture
    Understanding the nature and frequency of access denials helps in strengthening security measures, tailoring them to block unauthorized attempts more effectively.
  • Compliance and Oversight
    Maintaining detailed records of access denials is crucial for compliance with many regulatory frameworks that require evidence of proactive security monitoring.


Navigating the Access Denied Report:

This report can be accessed through the security or audit section of the eCatalog’s administrative dashboard. Administrators can use this page to review and investigate each incident, determine if it’s a routine denial or indicative of a more serious threat, such as a cyber-attack or scanning activity.