Integrations

Overview

The CentOS Integration allows Cywift to securely connect withCentOS-based systems via SSH to collect system configuration, security posture,and compliance-related data. This integration helps automate monitoring,improve visibility, and support compliance requirements.

 Before starting the integration,ensure the following:

• Administrative (root/sudo) access to the CentOS system
• Server hostname or IP address
• Valid SSH username and password
• Network connectivity between Cywift and the CentOS server
• SSH service installed and enabled
• Firewall allows SSH access (default port 22 or custom)

 Step 1: Create Read-Only SSH User

Cywift uses SSH for secure communication. A dedicated read-only userensures secure and non-intrusive access.

Install and Enable SSH

• Install OpenSSH server:

           sudo yum install -y openssh-server

• Enable SSH service:

          sudo systemctl enable sshd

• Start SSH service:

            sudo systemctl start sshd

• Verify SSH status:

            sudo systemctl status sshd

‍Create Read-Only User

sudo adduser cywift_user
sudo passwd cywift_user

 Test SSH Access

From remote system:

ssh cywift_user@<centos-ip>

 Validate Read-Only Access

Run:

cat /etc/os-release

Attempt changes (should fail):

sudo reboot

 Important Notes:

• Use strong credentials
• Restrict access via IP in production
• Avoid granting full sudo access
• Ensure logging is enabled for audit

 Step 2: Navigate to Integrations inCywift

• Log in to the Cywift Platform
• Go to Integration from the left menu
• Under Networking/Infrastructure
• Select CentOS
• Click Connect

Step 3: Add Individual Integration

Use this option when integrating a single CentOS system.

Required Fields

• Required Fields

 Number of Integration

Select Individual Integration

• Integration Type

Select Networking/Infrastructure

• Collectors

Select a configured collector

• Integration System

CentOS

• Alias

Enter a friendly name

• Owner

Select integration owner

• Host Address

Enter CentOS IP/hostname

• Username

Enter SSH username

• Password

Enter SSH password

Actions

• Test Connection
  Verifies SSH connectivity and authentication
• Cancel
  Discards configuration

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Step 4: Add Bulk IntegrationUse this option to integrate multiple CentOS systems.

Steps

• Select Bulk Integration
• Choose Integration Type (Networking/Infrastructure)
• Select Collectors
• Choose Integration System: CentOS
• Click Download Template
• Fill template with system details
• Upload completed file
• Click Test Connection

 Troubleshooting Tips

• Ensure SSH service is running
• Verify credentials are correct
• Confirm user has limited access (not blocked)
• Check firewall rules (port 22 open)
• Verify network connectivity
• Ensure SELinux is not blocking access
• Check /var/log/secure for login issues