Multi Element Selection in Icinga DB Web

Multi Element Selection in Icinga DB Web

From time to time we want to bring not so widely known features of Icinga into spotlight. In this effort it’s a not so obvious feature, that was available in the monitoring module of Icinga Web 2 at some point already. It has also been available in Icinga DB Web since...

Icinga Package Repository Key Rotation, 2024

Icinga Package Repository Key Rotation, 2024

Icinga uses it's own repositories to distribute installation packages for the Icinga software. Today, we're announcing the rotation of the GPG key used to sign our repositories and packages. Currently, our repository is signed with a 1024 bit DSA key. Key rotation is...

Icinga Notifications Web: Schedule configuration

Icinga Notifications Web: Schedule configuration

A few weeks ago, we released the first beta version of the Icinga Notifications Web module. The Configuration tab provides the option to create schedules that can be used as recipients for notifications. What is a Schedule and how does it work? A schedule is a...

Effective Monitoring Strategy: 10 Tips for Success

Effective Monitoring Strategy: 10 Tips for Success

As a software developer in training at Icinga, I've learned a lot about the nuances and importance of monitoring systems. Effective monitoring is critical for maintaining the health, performance and security of any infrastructure or application. Here are ten essential...

Native Binaries with PHP

Native Binaries with PHP

There is always a big debate about whether interpreted or compiled languages are more useful. I think it is important to look at the pros and cons. Both language types have their strengths and weaknesses. While interpreted languages are great for maintaining and...

Making Use of Previous State in Icinga2 Check Commands

Making Use of Previous State in Icinga2 Check Commands

When writing a custom check plugin for Icinga 2, there are situations where in addition to observing the current state of a system, taking the past into account as well can be helpful. A common case for this is when the data source provides counter values, i.e. values...

Monitoring the Unknown in the Service Manager

Monitoring the Unknown in the Service Manager

Nearly every operating system comes with at least one kind of service management. On a Unix-based operating system, this is historically part of the init system. While the specific tools have matured over time and there are changes between operating systems, they are...

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