Kibana
Kibana is an open-source data visualization and exploration tool designed to work with Elasticsearch. It provides a user-friendly interface for visualizing and analyzing log and time-series data. Kibana is commonly used for monitoring and analyzing system performance and security events.
What is Kibana
Kibana is an open-source data visualization and exploration tool that is part of the Elastic Stack, which also includes Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Beats. It provides a user-friendly interface for visualizing and analyzing data stored in Elasticsearch. Kibana is particularly popular for log and time-series analytics, making it a valuable tool for monitoring system performance and security events.
Originally developed by Elastic, Kibana has grown to become a key component in many organizations' data analysis and monitoring strategies. It offers a wide range of visualization options, including charts, graphs, and maps, allowing users to create custom dashboards tailored to their specific needs.
Kibana also supports advanced features such as machine learning, alerting, and reporting, which enhance its capabilities for real-time data analysis and operational intelligence. Its integration with Elasticsearch ensures that users can efficiently query and visualize large volumes of data, making it an essential tool for IT operations, security monitoring, and business analytics.
Security risk
If port 5601 is open and the Kibana service is running, it could expose sensitive data visualizations and dashboards to unauthorized users. This could lead to data breaches or unauthorized access to critical system performance and security information. It is essential to secure this port with proper authentication and access controls to mitigate these risks.
In our UFW tutorial you can follow instructions how you can configure UFW to close port 5601. Use StackChanges to monitor if the Kibana port is closed and stays closed. StackChanges will send an alert if port 5601 is open again.