Integrations

Overview

The F5 Load Balancer Integration allows Cywift to securely connect withF5 BIG-IP devices to collect load balancer configurations, virtual serverdetails, security policies, and compliance-related data.

This integration helps improve visibility into load balancinginfrastructure and supports automated compliance monitoring.

Before starting the integration, ensure the following:

• Administrative access to the F5 BIG-IP device
• Device hostname or management IP address
• Valid username and password
• API access enabled on the F5 device
• Network connectivity between Cywift and the F5 BIG-IP device‍

Step 1: Create Read-Only User

Cywift uses API-based communication to securely collect configuration andcompliance data.

Create Read-Only User

Log in to the F5 BIG-IP management console.

Navigate to:

System → Users → User List

Create a new user with the following permissions:

Role: Auditor (Read-Only)

Save the configuration.

Verify API Access

Ensure REST API service is enabled.

Test API connectivity:

curl -sku<username>:<password> https://<f5-management-ip>/mgmt/tm/sys

Validate Read-Only Access

Verify the user can retrieve configuration details but cannot modifythem.

Important Notes:

• Use read-only access for security
• Use strong credentials
• Restrict management access to trusted IPs where possible

Step 2: Navigate to Integrations inCywift

• Log in to the Cywift Platform
• Go to Integration from the left menu
• Under Load Balancer
• Select F5 Load Balancer
• Click Connect

Step 3: Add Individual Integration

Use this option when integrating a single F5 BIG-IP device.

Required Fields

Number of Integration
Select Individual Integration

Integration Type
Select Load Balancer

Collectors
Select a configured collector

Integration System
Select F5 Load Balancer

Alias
Enter a friendly name for integration

Owner
Select the integration owner

Host Address
Enter the F5 BIG-IP hostname or management IP address

Username
Enter the read-only username

Password
Enter the corresponding password

Actions

Test Connection
Verifies API connectivity and authentication

Cancel
Discards configuration

Step 4: Add Bulk Integration

Use this option to integrate multiple F5 BIG-IP devices at once.

Steps

• Select Bulk Integration
• Choose Integration Type (Load Balancer)
• Select Collectors
• Choose Integration System: F5 Load Balancer
• Click Download Template
• Fill in the template with required device details
• Upload the completed file
• Click Test Connection

Troubleshooting Tips

• Ensure REST API service is enabled on the F5 BIG-IP device
• Verify username and password are correct
• Confirm the user has Auditor (Read-Only) permissions
• Check network connectivity between Cywift and F5 device
• Ensure firewall rules allow HTTPS/API access (default port 443)
• Verify management IP accessibility