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Audit Log Viewer

ADMIN Intermediate

View and analyze audit logs in the EZ-Console admin interface.

Overview​

The Audit Log Viewer provides a comprehensive view of all user actions and system events. It helps with compliance, security monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Accessing Audit Logs​

Navigate to: System → Audit Logs

Audit Log Information​

Log Fields​

Each audit log entry contains:

  • Timestamp: When the action occurred
  • User: User who performed the action
  • Action: Type of action (create, update, delete, view)
  • Resource Type: Type of resource (user, role, product, etc.)
  • Resource ID: ID of the affected resource
  • IP Address: User's IP address
  • User Agent: Browser/client information
  • Details: Additional action details
  • Result: Success or failure

Viewing Audit Logs​

Log List​

The audit log list displays:

  • Recent logs at the top
  • Pagination for large datasets
  • Sortable columns
  • Filterable entries

Filtering Logs​

Filter logs by:

  • User: Filter by specific user
  • Action: Filter by action type
    • Create
    • Update
    • Delete
    • View
    • Login
    • Logout
  • Resource Type: Filter by resource type
  • Date Range: Filter by time period
  • IP Address: Filter by IP address
  • Status: Success or failure

Searching Logs​

Use the search bar to search for:

  • Username
  • Resource ID
  • Action details
  • IP address

Log Details​

View Log Details​

Click on a log entry to view:

  • Complete action details
  • Request information
  • Response information
  • Related logs

Log Context​

View related logs:

  • All actions by the same user
  • All actions on the same resource
  • Actions in the same time period

Exporting Logs​

Export Options​

  1. CSV Export

    • Click Export button
    • Select CSV format
    • Choose date range
    • Download file

  2. Excel Export

    • Click Export button
    • Select Excel format
    • Choose date range
    • Download file

Export Filters​

Apply filters before exporting:

  • Filter by user, action, or resource
  • Select date range
  • Export filtered results

Audit Log Retention​

Retention Settings​

Configure log retention:

  • Retention Period: How long to keep logs (default: 90 days)
  • Auto-cleanup: Automatically delete old logs

Settings Location​

Navigate to: System → Settings → Audit Logs

Use Cases​

Compliance​

  • Track all user actions
  • Generate compliance reports
  • Audit trail for regulations

Security Monitoring​

  • Monitor suspicious activity
  • Track failed login attempts
  • Identify unauthorized access

Troubleshooting​

  • Review user actions
  • Trace system changes
  • Debug issues

User Activity Analysis​

  • Analyze user behavior
  • Identify usage patterns
  • Optimize workflows

Best Practices​

1. Regular Review​

  • Review audit logs weekly
  • Check for suspicious activity
  • Monitor failed actions

2. Export Important Logs​

  • Export logs before cleanup
  • Archive important events
  • Keep compliance records

3. Set Appropriate Retention​

  • Balance storage vs. compliance needs
  • Comply with regulations
  • Consider legal requirements

4. Monitor Key Events​

Set up alerts for:

  • Failed login attempts
  • Permission changes
  • Critical data modifications
  • Admin actions

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