The myth is persistent — partly because of the name. Yes, rsyslog started life as an enhanced syslog daemon for Linux. But over two decades, it has evolved into a high-performance ETL engine that powers data pipelines in thousands of production environments. From syslog to full ETL rsyslog ingests data from almost anywhere — local […] The post Myth-Buster: rsyslog is not “just a legacy syslogd” appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Adiscon, the main sponsor of rsyslog, has joined connect.IT Heilbronn-Franken, a regional non-profit network linking companies, startups, universities, and public institutions across AI, data, cloud, and cybersecurity. We highlight connect.IT because it is a strong regional hub, and we are here to learn. Why this benefits rsyslog users worldwide Rainer Gerhards, rsyslog lead developer and […] The post Adiscon joins connect.IT Heilbronn-Franken — why this matters to rsyslog appeared first ...| rsyslog
We are excited to introduce a second rsyslog Assistant, now live at rsyslog.ai. It runs on the DigitalOcean Gradient platform and uses the Llama 3.3 Instruct (70B) open-source model — offering no-login, privacy-friendly, and open access to rsyslog expertise. Two assistants, one mission Assistant Platform Access Model Highlights ChatGPT-based Assistant OpenAI Requires login GPT-5 Mature […] The post New rsyslog AI Assistant — powered by DigitalOcean Gradient appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
We have today released the 8.25100 rsyslog scheduled stable release. This release delivers three main themes: better Windows Security event ingestion, more flexible JSON handling end to end, and pragmatic compatibility fixes across popular outputs and platforms. It also includes steady documentation improvements and CI hardening. Highlights Windows Security events at scale JSON pipelines made […] The post rsyslog 8.2510.0 (2025.10) released appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Last September, Rainer Gerhards revisited a long-standing challenge: normalizing legacy Windows Snare logs for use in modern observability pipelines.In his article Revisiting old style Windows Log Schema Mapping, he explored heuristic and AI-assisted methods to better handle these still-prevalent formats. That effort has now resulted in production-ready code: the new mmsnareparse module — already part […] The post Modern Snare-Format Parsing Arrives: Introducing the mmsnareparse Module ap...| rsyslog
We are pleased to announce that DigitalOcean has renewed its sponsorship of the rsyslog project. The partnership between rsyslog and DigitalOcean has been in place for many years and continues to be an essential part of our technical infrastructure. DigitalOcean provides the compute resources that power both large parts of our continuous integration (CI) pipeline […] The post DigitalOcean Renews Sponsorship – A Strong Foundation for rsyslog Innovation appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
TL;DR: We added Debian 13, openEuler 24.03-LTS, Fedora 42, and Debian sid to rsyslog CI. We retired Ubuntu 18.04. CI runs use GitHub-hosted runners plus self-hosted workers, with infrastructure sponsored by GitHub, DigitalOcean, opencsv, and Adiscon. New targets We now build and test also on: At the same time, older targets like Ubuntu 18.04 were […] The post CI extended: Debian 13, openEuler 24.03-LTS, Fedora 42, Debian sid appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
We’ve rolled out an update to the rsyslog Assistant, our AI-powered helper for configuration, troubleshooting, and general support. The new release uses an optimized base prompt and updated documentation, leading to better accuracy in first tests. Give the Assistant a try for your rsyslog questions and let us know if you encounter gaps or errors […] The post Improved rsyslog Assistant available appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
There is lots of work going on with rsyslog currently. The last scheduled stable release, v8.2508.0 happened on August , 26th 2025. Be reminded that we offer daily stable releases which enable you to bnefit early from new features and bug fixes. Highlights since the release scheduled stable release: omhttp refactor: status The initial goal […] The post rsyslog status update – what is going on? appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
SummaryWe are tightening our contribution workflow to improve review speed and predictability. Expect reasonable turnaround times, not instant responses. This is rolling out now. What changes now How to engage now Scope and expectations For a personal, in-depth background and context from the maintainer, see the blog post:https://rainer.gerhards.net/2025/08/sluggish-responses-and-how-we-plan-to-do-better.html Suggestions are welcome. The post Rsyslog project update: faster reviews, clearer pr...| rsyslog
Download: https://www.rsyslog.com/files/download/rsyslog/rsyslog-8.2508.0.tar.gzProject-provided packages are building now and are expected later today. Ubuntu PPAs are already done. We are excited to ship a large and meaningful rsyslog release. This cycle advances our responsible “AI First” strategy and moves decisively toward cloud native operations. It also delivers major quality, security, and documentation improvements. Highlights at a glance […] The post rsyslog 8.2508.0 (2025.08)...| rsyslog
There are now two additional ways to get rsyslog news: These channels are operated by maintainer Rainer Gerhards. They are meant for people who find it convenient to receive rsyslog updates via messenger platforms. Of course, messenger apps are not for everyone. Rsyslog news will continue to be published here on rsyslog.com and via RSS. […] The post New Notification Channels for Rsyslog News appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
We are adding a new helper to our Responsible AI First toolbox: the rsyslog commit (message) assistant. It is an optional ChatGPT Custom GPT that helps contributors write clear, policy-compliant commit messages faster. You stay in full control. Nothing in your workflow changes unless you want it to. It follows our responsible “AI First” strategy […] The post Introducing the rsyslog commit AI assistant appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
TL;DRBackticks with echo in RainerScript now support brace-style environment variables (${VAR}) and adjacent text (e.g., `echo sasl.password=${KAFKA_PASSWORD}`). This removes a common pitfall when assembling key=value pairs for modules like omkafka. It’s still a limited, intentional subset—not a full shell. The change was motivated by real-world confusion reported in issue #5827. (GitHub) What changed (and why) […] The post Backticks in RainerScript just got smarter: ${VAR} and adjacent...| rsyslog
As you may know from past articles, we’re in the process of a major documentation overhaul. I wanted to share a focused task we’ve been working on over the past couple of days. This effort highlights our practical, responsible approach to an “AI-First” strategy, where AI is a powerful tool guided by human expertise, not […] The post Shipping Better Docs with AI: Restructuring Module Parameters for Clarity and Consistency appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
TL;DR:The rsyslog project is embracing AI First (Human-Controlled) — AI is becoming an integral partner across development, documentation, user education, technical support, deployment guidance, and future observability tools. This does not mean “vibe coding” or letting AI run unsupervised. Instead, AI accelerates routine work, drafts ideas, and provides insights, while Rainer Gerhards — with decades […] The post Clarifying “AI First” – What It Really Means for rsyslog appeare...| rsyslog
TL;DR: We are rolling out a major documentation overhaul for rsyslog, powered by an AI-first strategy. This is the next step after our 2024 announcement on documentation and AI. At that time, AI tools were not yet ready for large-scale improvements, but with recent advances, we’ve accelerated our work. The result: a much more accessible, […] The post Rsyslog Documentation Enters a New Era with AI-First Strategy appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Release Date: 2025-07-16 Build-IDs: Service 8.1.0.232, Client 8.1.0.321 Enhancements Mail Action: Modernized SMTP logic, better session management, and enhanced error handling. Event Log Monitor V2: Added microseconds support for EventLog timestamps to improve precision and RFC compliance. Bugfixes Mail Action: Improved Base64 encoding robustness and addressed silent email delivery issues. Filter Engine: Fixed an issue […] The post RSyslog Windows Agent 8.1 Released appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
After 24 months of focused evaluation and careful experimentation, we’re excited to announce a major shift in the evolution of rsyslog: we’re going AI First. This marks the beginning of a strategic transformation in how we design, develop, and support rsyslog and its ecosystem. While today’s post is just a short announcement, it lays the […] The post rsyslog Goes AI First — A New Chapter Begins appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
We’re excited to announce a renewed focus on the rsyslog Docker project, bringing you robust, flexible, and easy-to-use containerized solutions for your logging needs. This isn’t just a refresh; it’s a reimagining of how rsyslog can integrate into modern, containerized environments. A Fresh Approach, Built for Today’s Challenges While we acknowledge that a few community-driven […] The post Revitalizing Rsyslog with Docker: A New Era of Log Management appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
This Article describes you how you can export the configuration of your program and create a debug file. These are needed for troubleshooting. The Article is applicable to Rsyslog Windows Agent, EventReporter, MonitorWare Agent and WinSyslog. How to Export the Configuration Open the Configuration Client you want to export the configuration from. Click on “File” […] The post How To Export the Configuration and Create a Debug Log File appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Release Date: 2025-01-23 Build-IDs: Service 8.0.0.230, Client 8.0.0.320 Enhancements DTLS Action: Added support for DTLS Action to enhance secure logging capabilities over the UDP protocol. Property Engine: Added microseconds support to timestamps for improved precision (When parsing RFC 5424 timestamps). OpenSSL: Updated OpenSSL library to a newer version and added TLS v1.3 compatibility testing. RELP […] The post RSyslog Windows Agent 8.0 Released appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Release Date: 2024-10-06 Build-IDs: Service 7.5.0.228, Client 7.4.0.315 Bugfixes Syslog Action: Fixed memory leak in RFX5424 Syslog Header processing. You can download Free Trial Version of RSyslog Windows Agent. The post RSyslog Windows Agent 7.5c Released appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
When a script runs fine interactively but fails in the rsyslog context (i.e., when executed by a background process or as part of a service) it typically indicates differences between the interactive environment and the service environment. Most importantly, it is not rsyslog itself you need to look at. Check the system config and debug […] The post What to do when an External Script does not work? appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Release Date: 2024-08-22 Build-IDs: Service 7.5.0.227, Client 7.4.0.315 Bugfixes EventLog Monitor V2: Improved stability by increasing the maximum size of XML attribute values and fixing a potential issue with memory handling during XML parsing. You can download Free Trial Version of RSyslog Windows Agent. The post RSyslog Windows Agent 7.5b Released appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Welcome to this guide on updating an existing CloudFormation stack for the rsyslog server on AWS. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps necessary to ensure your rsyslog server is running the latest version with all the benefits of updated features and performance improvements. We will provide detailed instructions and screenshots to […] The post rsyslog on AWS – Update an existing CloudFormation stack appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
S2: v13 rsyslog We are excited to announce the second public release of Rsyslog Server on AWS Marketplace. This version includes efficient logging, noise event filtering, and a streamlined web interface for system management. New features: Cloudwatch LogGroups, logfile compression, S3 log/config storage, enhanced CloudFormation support, and improved AWS region handling. Experience enhanced logging capabilities […] The post rsyslog on AWS – Version changelog appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Ensuring the integrity and availability of your rsyslog configuration is crucial for maintaining a robust logging system. By syncing your rsyslog configuration to AWS S3, you create a reliable backup that can be easily restored when needed. This guide will walk you through the process of syncing your rsyslog configuration to S3 and restoring it […] The post rsyslog on AWS – Sync Configuration with S3 appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
Release Date: 2024-05-29 Build-IDs: Service 7.5.0.226, Client 7.4.0.315 Bugfixes File Action: Fixed an issue with circular and segmented file logging when configured size was above 2GB. Log Rotation: Fixed an issue with log rotation when Log rotation Size was above 2GB. Log Rotation: Fixed unintended log rotation on configuration reload when Log rotation on Close […] The post RSyslog Windows Agent 7.5a Released appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog
For a long time, I struggled with the daunting task of enhancing the documentation for Rsyslog. My extensive knowledge of Rsyslog technology often made it challenging for me to create user-friendly documentation, especially for individuals with little to no syslog background. Additionally, as a non-native English speaker, I was aware that some of my sentences […] The post Documentation Improvement and AI appeared first on rsyslog.| rsyslog