Nzyme is an open-source intrusion detection system that monitors Ethernet and WiFi network traffic for threats, providing real-time alerting and threat hunting capabilities with minimal configuration. It enables organizations to efficiently analyze network data and forward parsed information to SIEMs, making advanced network security accessible to those with limited resources.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many organizations lack the resources or expertise to effectively monitor network traffic for security threats. Existing intrusion detection systems can be complex to configure and maintain, requiring significant investment in personnel and infrastructure. This leaves networks vulnerable to undetected attacks and data breaches.
Solution
Nzyme is an open-source network intrusion detection system (NIDS) designed for ease of use and minimal configuration. It monitors both Ethernet and WiFi network traffic, providing real-time alerting and threat hunting capabilities. Nzyme automatically parses network protocols like IP, ARP, TCP, UDP, DNS, and TLS, aggregating and storing data for efficient threat analysis. The system includes a built-in web interface for configuration, TLS certificate management, and cluster health monitoring. Nzyme can also forward parsed data to Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems for long-term archival and comprehensive security analysis.
Target Audience
Nzyme is designed for organizations of all sizes, particularly those with limited resources or expertise in network security, including small businesses, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations.
Features
- Real-time monitoring of Ethernet and WiFi network traffic
- Automatic parsing of network protocols (IP, ARP, TCP, UDP, DNS, TLS)
- Built-in web interface for configuration and management
- Pre-configured alerts based on proven threat hunting techniques
- Aggregated data storage for efficient threat analysis
- TLS certificate manager and cluster health monitoring
- Multi-tenancy support for sharing clusters with multiple teams or customers
- Integration with SIEM systems for long-term archival
- REST APIs for automation and integration