Auth-Monitor Security Notification System

Client Details

• Client Name: Afrin Momin
• Client Organisation: Evonence
• Contact No.: 8983636068

Submitted to Computer Science Department
V.P.M’s B.N.Bandodkar College Of Science, Autonomous
2024 – 2025

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Project Overview

Auth-Monitor Security Notification System is an Ubuntu-based real-time automated authentication logs monitoring and notification system. It is designed to enhance server security by providing:

• Real-time alerts.
• Detailed monitoring of authentication events.
• Automated processes for timely notifications and efficient management of remote connections.

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Introduction

The Auth-Monitor Security Notification System addresses the shortcomings of traditional logging methods. By introducing real-time log monitoring and automated notifications, the system ensures timely responses to authentication events and improves overall server security.

Current System

The existing methods for monitoring server authentication logs involve significant limitations:

• Manual Log Checking: Delays in identifying potential breaches.
• No Real-Time Analysis: Hindering swift responses to unauthorized access.
• Lack of Automation: Increasing the risk of overlooking critical incidents.
• Time-Consuming and Error-Prone: Reliance on human monitoring can lead to missed events.

Problems Faced:

• Lack of Real-Time Notifications
• Lack of Automation
• Limited Data Analysis
• High Risk of Human Error
• Slow Response to Incidents

Proposed System

The proposed system introduces a range of features to improve security and monitoring efficiency:

• Real-Time Log Analysis: Continuously monitors authentication logs for suspicious activities.
• Automated Notifications: Alerts administrators instantly about significant events.
• Centralized Log Management: Unified interface for managing logs from multiple servers.
• Customizable Alert Thresholds: Enables tailored monitoring based on event severity.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Designed for growth across multiple servers.
• Detailed Reports and Audit Trails: Ensures compliance and aids forensic investigations.

Key Features:

• Alerts about different SSH connections.
• Automatic log parsing for pattern detection and anomaly identification.
• Scalable design for evolving organizational needs.
• Supports tailored alert thresholds for efficient security management.

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Screenshots

On Start

Email Check

Input Handling: No

Input Handling: Yes

SSH Authentication

Sudo Authentication

Email Notification Example

Header Example

Full Message Example

Footer Message

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System Requirements

Software Requirements:

• Operating System: Ubuntu Servers 20.04 LTS or newer
• Client: Gmail or any mail software
• Front-end: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AMP Email
• Back-end: Python 3.11 with the following packages:
  • Tailer
  • python-dotenv
  • sendgrid
  • pyinstaller

Hardware Requirements:

• Processor: x64-based processor
• Network Interface: Ethernet or Wi-Fi for network communication
• Hard Disk: Minimum 256 GB
• Memory: Minimum 4 GB RAM

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About the Author

Submitted by: Afzal Momin
PRN: 2022420159