How long are logs stored before being purged?

The logs in SonicWall Secure Mobile Access are stored for a period of 7 days before they are purged. This retention duration is designed to ensure that administrators have immediate access to the most recent data for monitoring and troubleshooting purposes. Retaining logs for 7 days strikes a balance between operational agility and resource management, as older logs may not be as relevant for current security issues or performance monitoring.

Having a specified retention period like this helps organizations manage their logging data efficiently, ensuring that the system does not become overloaded with outdated logs while still providing enough data for effective analysis and reporting within that week timeframe. This practice is common among various network security appliances to facilitate quick access to relevant log information while maintaining storage efficiency.