Unlike many competitors (such as Snort), Suricata natively uses multiple CPU cores simultaneously. This allows it to process high volumes of multi-gigabit traffic without sacrificing performance.
It analyzes the actual content of data packets, rather than just the headers, allowing it to find threats hidden within encrypted traffic or transferred files. SirCat's Tools
Suricata can be configured to operate in three distinct ways depending on your security needs: Unlike many competitors (such as Snort), Suricata natively
Generates detailed logs for protocols (HTTP, DNS, TLS), flow data, and file extractions, making it a powerful tool for post-incident forensics. Key Features Unlike many competitors (such as Snort)