M-21-31 logging compliance: Where are we now?

Since the introduction of OMB M-21-31 in 2021, US federal agencies have faced significant challenges in complying with its advanced event logging requirements, which aim to enhance centralized visibility into logging data for better cybersecurity incident management. A study by the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) in December 2023 highlighted ongoing obstacles such as lack of staff, technical challenges in event logging, and limitations in cyber event information sharing, which are still pertinent in 2025. However, advancements in AI and technologies like Elasticsearch have rendered compliance more attainable, enabling cost-effective data management, efficient use of AI for automating tasks, and secure data sharing across agencies. Elasticsearch's features, such as data tiering, searchable snapshots, and the Elastic Common Schema, facilitate budget optimization, skills gap bridging, and overcoming technical challenges within federal agencies, thereby supporting their efforts to comply with M-21-31 requirements.

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