What data type does the TCP Multiline Syslog support?

The TCP Multiline Syslog is designed specifically to support multi-line events. This data type is particularly useful for capturing logs that span multiple lines, such as stack traces, error messages, or any other log entries that are detailed and include several related lines of text.

Multi-line events allow for a more comprehensive understanding of the context of the logs, as they can contain additional information that would be difficult to convey in a single line. This is crucial for security information and event management (SIEM) tools like IBM QRadar, where context is important for effective analysis and response.

In contrast, the other data types do not fit the multiline context. For instance, single line data is limited to one line of information and does not capture the full scope of multi-line events. Binary data is used for non-text information but does not apply to traditional log formats. JSON format, while structured and commonly used in data interchange, isn't specifically what TCP Multiline Syslog supports as a unique type; instead, it is formatted differently and serves distinct use cases. Thus, the support for multi-line events directly highlights the capability of TCP Multiline Syslog to handle complex log structures effectively.