SIEM Problems and How to Solve Them
Get more value from your Security Information and Event Management system with these practical fixes.
Alert Fatigue
Problem: Too many false positives drown real threats.
Solution:
Fine-tune correlation rules
Use threat intelligence feeds
Automate alert prioritization
Incomplete Log Data
Problem: Missing or poor-quality logs weaken detection.
Solution:
Standardize log sources
Audit log coverage regularly
Use reliable agents and collectors
Complex Deployment
Problem: SIEM setup and maintenance drain resources.
Solution:
Opt for cloud-native SIEM
Automate parsing and rule updates
Work with MSSPs for support
High Cost & Low ROI
Problem: Cost scales with data volume, but value isn’t clear.
Solution:
Filter non-critical logs
Choose usage-based pricing
Align alerts to business risk
Skills Gap
Problem: In-house teams lack SIEM expertise.
Solution:
Train internal staff
Use prebuilt rules and dashboards
Outsource to a 24/7 SOC provider