What component is responsible for log source autodetection in QRadar?

The component responsible for log source autodetection in QRadar is the Log Source auto-identifier. This feature is specifically designed to automatically identify and classify log sources as they are ingested into the system. It analyzes incoming data against predefined rules and patterns to determine the appropriate log source type. This process streamlines the configuration of log sources, ensuring that data is parsed and interpreted correctly for effective analysis and correlation.

While components like DSM (Device Support Module) provide the necessary parsers for various log formats, and the Protocol Analyzer is used to monitor network traffic, they do not perform the autodetection function. Traffic Analysis focuses on the analysis of event flows rather than identifying log sources. Thus, the Log Source auto-identifier is the critical component that facilitates automatic recognition, significantly enhancing the efficiency of log management in QRadar.