What is Zeek?

Zeek, formerly referred to as Bro, is regarded as the leading platform for network security monitoring. This flexible, open-source tool is developed by a community of individuals committed to enhancing cybersecurity measures. Originating in the 1990s, it was created by Vern Paxson with the aim of understanding traffic patterns on university and national laboratory networks. In late 2018, the name was officially changed from Bro to Zeek to reflect its evolution and the progress it had made. Unlike traditional security measures like firewalls or intrusion prevention systems, Zeek functions in a passive manner by being installed on a sensor, which could be a hardware, software, virtual, or cloud-based platform, that quietly observes network traffic. Through the analysis of the data it captures, Zeek produces succinct, high-quality logs of transactions, file contents, and customizable outputs ideal for manual review on storage systems or through more intuitive tools such as security information and event management (SIEM) systems. This distinctive method provides a comprehensive understanding of network activities without disrupting the flow of traffic, making it invaluable for cybersecurity professionals. As a result, Zeek continues to evolve, integrating new features that enhance its effectiveness and usability in the ever-changing landscape of network security.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.

Integrations

Screenshots and Video

Zeek Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
The Zeek Project
Date Founded:
1994
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
zeek.org

Product Details

Deployment
Linux
Training Options
Documentation Hub

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Zeek Categories and Features

Network Security Software

Access Control
Analytics / Reporting
Firewalls
Internet Usage Monitoring
Intrusion Detection System
Threat Response
VPN
Vulnerability Scanning

Network Monitoring Software

Bandwidth Monitoring
Baseline Manager
Diagnostic Tools
IP Address Monitoring
Internet Usage Monitoring
Real Time Analytics
Resource Management
SLA Monitoring
Server Monitoring
Uptime Monitoring
Web Traffic Reporting

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