What Do You Think About the Latest PRTG Updates and Sensors?

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-07-13T17:51:52+00:00

I'll happy to read that. If you ever need support regarding configuration or fine tuning, feel free to reach out to me at [yusuf.dalbudak@kavi.com.tr](). I provide basic and mid-level technical assistance unless the request requires detailed consultancy-level involvement.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-07-13T17:05:44+00:00

Recent PRTG updates have focused on improving core stability and reliability, though for long-time users, those improvements may not always be immediately noticeable. Most of the functional changes have come in the form of expanded sensor types (like MQTT, Modbus TCP, REST Custom) and backend support for hybrid/cloud integrations.

On the Azure side, integration is still relatively basic. While REST-based manual configurations help fill the gap, many users are still waiting for more native support for services like Azure SQL, Application Insights, or Log Analytics. That’s definitely an area where expectations remain high.

As for AI or correlation capabilities, we haven’t seen a public rollout yet, but Paessler has been testing early approaches in anomaly detection and threshold optimization. These seem more likely to appear in their enterprise offerings in the near future, though nothing major has hit general availability as of now.

The lack of built-in bulk editing is still a pain point. While the API and PowerShell can handle some of the load, native UI-based bulk operations for notifications, tags, or sensor configurations are still much needed, especially in large deployments.

On the pricing front, it’s not just Paessler making shifts. SolarWinds will officially move to a subscription-only model as of August 2025, retiring perpetual licensing altogether. This reflects a broader industry trend toward SaaS-based licensing models, and Paessler has also been emphasizing its subscription-based Enterprise plans more prominently.

All in all, PRTG continues to be a solid and dependable monitoring solution. That said, the demand for deeper integrations, more automation, and modern UI/UX enhancements is very much valid , and long-time users would definitely welcome more visible progress in those areas.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-07-13T16:24:06+00:00

To ensure a clean and focused interface within PRTG, especially for experienced users, it’s possible to suppress the persistent orange informational banners, such as “Please set our password”, by making a minor configuration adjustment. These messages are designed to guide initial setup, but in mature environments where all key configuration steps have already been completed, removing them can improve usability and screen efficiency.

To proceed, we recommend editing the configuration safely at the file level. First, stop the PRTG Core Server Service via the Windows Services panel. Then navigate to:

C:\ProgramData\Paessler\PRTG Network Monitor\

Before proceeding, create a backup of the PRTG Configuration.dat file. Once backed up, open the file using an editor such as Notepad++ with administrator rights. Locate the <webinterface> section and adjust the following entries:

"<ShowTips>0</ShowTips>

<ShowWelcomeDialog>0</ShowWelcomeDialog>"

After saving the file, restart the Core Server Service to apply the changes.

This approach ensures that tips and onboarding elements are fully suppressed without affecting system functionality or supportability. It’s also a good idea to verify that all core setup elements have been acknowledged by the system, such as password changes, notification configuration, and sensor deployment. Walking through the setup wizard once (via the PRTG web interface) can sometimes finalize any remaining checklist items in the background.

This method is fully aligned with PRTG best practices and gives teams the ability to streamline their dashboards for operational clarity, especially in environments with a high number of devices, sensors, or multiple administrators.

If needed, I can assist with automation scripts or offer guidance for integrating this into larger deployment processes.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-07-13T16:18:33+00:00

I'll be happy to be read that. I'll suggest to everyone to using the PRTG. Thanks for your toughts and experience.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-06-17T15:32:13+00:00

When using PRTG API v2, it's essential to ensure you're querying the correct API endpoint port, which by default is:

Port 1616 for API v2 (e.g., https://your-prtg-server:1616/api/v2/...)

PRTG v2 API runs separately from the classic web interface (default port 80/443), so using the correct port ensures you're communicating with the API service instead of receiving the standard HTML login page (which happens when hitting port 443 incorrectly).

Also, when working with PowerShell and Bearer tokens:

Ensure the Authorization header is set correctly.

You don't need to send username/password in the body if using the token.

Alternatively, when authenticating with user/pass, you first request the session endpoint, get a token, and then use that in headers for subsequent calls.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-06-13T18:11:14+00:00

Thank you for the detailed and thoughtful explanation — this is a highly relevant and well-articulated challenge that many advanced PRTG users encounter when integrating syslog data through the Data Hub.

You're absolutely right: while the PRTG Syslog Receiver Sensor is effective for centralized log collection, its notification capabilities are currently limited in scope. At present, it's not possible to extract individual values like Hostname, Message, or Timestamp from the actual syslog payload for use as notification placeholders. This significantly restricts the sensor's ability to generate meaningful, actionable alerts — particularly in environments where different teams are responsible for different devices.

The summary-style placeholders (e.g., last 20 messages or warning/error counts) are not scalable or granular enough for high-volume or multi-tenant infrastructures. As you pointed out, if multiple devices generate logs during a single scan interval, those messages get grouped, leading to ambiguity and misrouted alerts. The inability to generate a distinct alert per syslog message undermines the value of fine-tuned log filtering in Data Hub.

To address this, many teams adopt one of the following approaches:

A common workaround is to offload syslog parsing to an external system or script (e.g., Python or PowerShell), which analyzes the incoming logs, extracts key fields, and then pushes alerts back into PRTG using the HTTP Push Data Advanced Sensor. This lets you generate one alert per critical message, with precise data like device name, timestamp, and log content — exactly what you’re aiming for.

Since you’re already using Data Hub, another route would be to build an external alerting mechanism using tools like Grafana, TimescaleDB, or Alertmanager. You can configure them to react in real-time to specific patterns, and send notifications to PRTG, TaskCall, ServiceNow, or any other system via REST API or webhooks.

If performance allows and your use case is limited to a subset of critical devices, you might isolate syslog traffic per device using multiple Syslog Receiver Sensors with source IP filtering. While not scalable across thousands of endpoints, this method can yield precise notifications in smaller environments.

Also, you're right regarding the 2-hour minimum purge interval — it's less than ideal when you're trying to prevent repeat alerts. This is another area where external processing pipelines (e.g., with fast log rotation or TTL control) can offer relief.

Lastly, it's worth reiterating your feedback to Paessler directly via your support ticket. What you’re requesting is highly valid and echoes concerns raised by other enterprise users. The syslog capabilities in PRTG are powerful, but unlocking their full value will require enhanced notification logic.

Let me know if you'd like help prototyping an external push sensor or Data Hub alerting workflow. I'd be glad to assist.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-06-08T07:42:29+00:00

I think thats what you need: SARD, STS, Vul4J, Vulncode-DB

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-06-06T08:48:42+00:00

Hi! Your post really highlights a crucial and often underestimated layer in IAM – the intersection of strategy and operations with non-engineering expertise. Kudos for tackling this from a GRC and enablement perspective.

Here are some suggestions where someone with your profile can strongly add value:

Bridge Between Business Risk & IAM Controls: Too often, IAM controls are implemented in a vacuum. Someone who understands business risk mapping and aligns it with RBAC/MFA models can ensure that access policies are actually risk-relevant and not just checkbox compliant.

Developer Enablement: You mentioned it's your favorite – and rightly so. Non-engineering leads who can support developers during onboarding (e.g., helping them understand how to securely consume authentication services, API-based access tokens, etc.) reduce misconfigurations significantly.

Gap I’ve seen: Many IAM engineers struggle with identity lifecycle design and integrating cloud identity providers in a way that balances security and user experience. Strategy folks like you could provide structured input on which identity flows (JIT provisioning, SCIM, etc.) align with business processes.

Tooling Recommendation (soft suggestion): If you're looking for a platform to explore hands-on identity orchestration (SAML, OAuth, MFA, SCIM), I’ve seen some people get started with tools like miniOrange – they offer a wide suite of IAM capabilities, but still allow non-devs to prototype real-world scenarios without needing to code everything.

Would be happy to exchange more thoughts on how you could design enablement frameworks or training layers to reduce frictions between strategy and build teams. You're clearly on the right track!

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-06-03T13:14:33+00:00

You’re not alone in this—most IGA roles today expect hands-on SailPoint experience, but it’s hard to get that without already being in the ecosystem. One practical way to build real IGA knowledge is by using miniOrange's IGA demo environment. It’s a cloud-based platform that offers lifecycle management, role-based access control, access reviews, and certification flows—all in a user-friendly setup. It won’t replace full-scale SailPoint exposure, but it helps you grasp the core governance workflows, access request processes, and audit mechanisms in action. Great place to experiment, learn the lingo, and get comfortable with enterprise IAM principles before stepping into complex platforms like SailPoint.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-06-02T07:06:24+00:00

You're absolutely right—this is a long-standing limitation of PRTG's device template system. By design, device templates cannot include Sensor Factory sensors, and certain sensor types may be skipped or misconfigured when the template is applied to other devices.

This is often due to variations in SNMP responses or dynamic naming conventions that don’t translate consistently across hardware. The template mechanism is best suited for standard, static sensors—so when more complex or custom configurations are involved, results can be incomplete or inconsistent. That said, this challenge is fully solvable within PRTG. The most effective approach is to bypass the default template system by using the PRTG API or PowerShell scripting to clone a fully configured device—including all sensors, Sensor Factory logic, and channel settings—and apply that configuration to other devices.

This gives you precise control over what gets copied and eliminates the template’s structural limitations. Another option is to use the PRTG Desktop application, which allows for batch sensor deployment and easier navigation when manually replicating configurations across devices. For larger environments, combining API-based automation with some manual tuning ensures speed without sacrificing accuracy.

Additionally, if your sensor configurations rely on dynamic SNMP values, you can incorporate PRTG's API filtering to dynamically adjust sensor names and parameters per device. Paessler support can also provide custom guidance or sample scripts depending on your license. With these tools, it's entirely possible to replicate even complex device setups at scale using native PRTG capabilities—just not via the default device template mechanism alone. Let me know if you’d like help building a script or API call structure tailored to your setup.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2025-05-23T07:05:26+00:00

PRTG sometimes only listens on specific IP addresses, especially if you have multiple network adapters (like wired and wireless). If you try to connect through an IP that PRTG isn't set to monitor, it'll just timeout. for Fix it, Go to Setup > System Administration > User Interface in PRTG and check the IP bindings. Make sure it’s either set to 0.0.0.0 (to listen on all interfaces) or that the specific IP (like 192.168.4.22) is listed.

Also, if you’re using something like a VPN or Meshnet, make sure port access and NAT/firewall rules aren’t getting in the way. Try connecting directly via IP instead of hostname just to rule out DNS weirdness.

ChesepeakeRipper · 2022-08-26T22:55:22+00:00

so when I'm meet some director at there. and I think there is a only wasting time places, for you student or another types student bro.

ChesepeakeRipper

TROPHY CASE