Audit Log

What is an Audit Log?

An audit log is a chronological record of activity within a software system, used to track who did what, and when, for security and accountability.

In computer software applications, an audit log may be used to record all user interactions with a web application. This allows system administrators to monitor how the application is being used, and to identify any suspicious, malicious, or unauthorized activity.

What information does an audit log record?

Typically, an audit log records the following details for each event:

• Timestamp: The date and time the recorded action occurred.
• IP Address: The internal or external IP address the action originated from.
• Action: The type of action that took place.
• User: The user or account name under which the action occurred.

The length of time that data is retained in an audit log is usually configurable, and may typically span a number of days or weeks.

Audit logging in MIDAS

Our MIDAS booking software includes extensive audit logging capabilities. Every significant action - such as creating, editing, or deleting a booking - can be recorded, giving administrators a clear, searchable history of activity across their booking system.