Episode 32 — Windows Auditing: Event Logs and Policies
Auditing turns system behavior into evidence, and this episode focuses on how Windows logging makes that visibility possible. You’ll learn how audit policies determine what gets recorded, how event IDs correspond to different actions, and why the Security, System, and Application logs all tell different parts of the story. The episode explains how to configure audit categories, enable advanced logging, and ensure log retention supports both troubleshooting and forensic analysis. We also highlight how centralization—via Windows Event Forwarding or SIEM integration—simplifies monitoring across large networks.
The discussion moves from setup to interpretation, showing how to spot patterns that indicate privilege escalation, lateral movement, or policy tampering. You’ll hear how to manage log noise, correlate multiple event sources, and align audit coverage with compliance frameworks. The episode closes with exam-ready insights into log management best practices—making clear why evidence isn’t just for after an incident, but for continuous accountability in well-governed environments. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
