Summary
This guide outlines the deployment steps for the Qualys solution for Azure, specifically focusing on the use of Azure VM Images. It details the process of inspecting traffic within Azure workloads using various methods such as Azure VTAP, IXIA CloudLens, or Gigamon GigaVue. The document explains how customers can provision Qualys CDR virtual appliances using a shared image provided by Qualys and configure traffic mirroring to these appliances. It includes instructions for granting access to the Qualys Shared Image Gallery, creating virtual machines, and setting up traffic mirroring from Azure VTAP and IXIA CloudLens. Additionally, it describes the prerequisites for deploying the Qualys for Azure terraform module, which automates the setup and management process, including the creation of an Azure AD Application and an Azure Function for log ingestion. The guide emphasizes the importance of having the necessary Azure credentials and outlines the steps for enabling NSG Flow Logs and Activity Logs for effective monitoring.
