UDP Replication Tool

Network visibility depends on having the same data available across every system that defends and monitors your environment. When UDP telemetry reaches only one platform, blind spots form and investigations slow down.

Plixer Replicator is a purpose built UDP replication tool that forwards UDP metadata to multiple collectors, giving security and operations teams consistent access to critical flow data across SIEMs, NDR platforms, and monitoring systems.

What is Plixer Replicator?

Plixer Replicator is a UDP replication tool that duplicates and forwards UDP based metadata, including NetFlow, IPFIX, and syslog, from exporting devices to multiple collectors. It operates at the flow level rather than the packet level, which reduces overhead and protects network performance.

This approach allows multiple platforms to receive synchronized telemetry without requiring routers, switches, or firewalls to manage multiple export streams.

The teams managing network equipment, servers, and monitoring tools are often different groups. By using Plixer Replicator all device and server configuration is consistent sending UDP datagrams to the replicator host. Configuring the destination of those UDP streams is done in one place through a powerful and intuitive UI.

In addition to streamlined configuration workflows, Plixer replicator provides vitals reports and alarms on UDP packet sources, destinations, and rates. Alarms provide immediate insight into new sources coming online and sources going away.

Integration with the Plixer Ecosystem

Plixer Replicator works seamlessly within the Plixer ecosystem. When combined with Scrutinizer, organizations gain access to advanced analytics, enriched flow context, and improved detection workflows. This integration allows security and network teams to work from a single, consistent source of truth.

Enterprise Deployment Benefits

Large scale environments benefit from centralized control over telemetry distribution. Data centers, branch offices, and cloud regions can be brought under a single policy structure, simplifying management and reducing operational drift across the organization.

Key Features of Plixer Replicator

Protocol and Data Support

Plixer Replicator supports multiple UDP based telemetry formats to ensure maximum compatibility:

NetFlow
IPFIX
sFlow
Syslog
SNMP Traps

This flexibility ensures that the UDP replication tool fits into diverse network architectures without requiring hardware changes.

Selective Replication Capabilities

Replication can be controlled using granular policies based on exporters, destination ports, and configurable profiles. This enables teams to prioritize high value telemetry and reduce unnecessary data flow to downstream tools.

Ecosystem and Platform Integration

The UDP replication tool integrates with Scrutinizer, SIEM platforms, and NDR systems to maintain unified visibility. Both cloud and on premises environments are supported, allowing consistent telemetry delivery across hybrid infrastructure.

Data Governance and Segmentation

Organizations operating in regulated environments can segment telemetry streams to support compliance and audit requirements. Logical separation of data feeds helps maintain governance without sacrificing visibility.

How Plixer Replicator Enhances Network Visibility

Improved Threat Detection Coverage

Plixer Replicator expands access to flow based intelligence. It improves the availability of telemetry, supporting visibility into DNS traffic, command and control communication, and malicious domain activity by ensuring enriched metadata is available across multiple security systems.

Long-Standing Expertise in Flow-Based Telemetry

Operations teams gain the ability to correlate performance data in near real time, reducing investigative time and minimizing service disruption.

Incidents are isolated faster. Suspicious hosts are identified earlier. Response workflows are initiated with greater confidence.

Long Term Analytical Value

Historical flow data becomes more useful when it is consistently distributed. Incident response teams can perform more accurate forensic analysis. Threat hunting teams can execute retrospective investigations with higher data fidelity.

Performance Monitoring Benefits

In addition to security use cases, the UDP replication tool improves performance monitoring. Flow data helps identify congestion, latency, and routing inefficiencies before users experience service degradation.

Plixer Replicator vs. Packet Brokers & TAPs

Fundamental Architecture Differences

Packet brokers and TAPs replicate full traffic payloads for deep inspection. This provides detailed visibility but introduces additional cost, complexity, and infrastructure load.

Plixer Replicator operates as a UDP replication tool that forwards flow level metadata rather than full packets. This reduces processing requirements while maintaining broad visibility.

Use Case Differentiation

Packet brokers are well suited for deep forensic analysis and content inspection. Plixer Replicator is designed for scalable telemetry distribution and broad visibility use cases.

Layered Visibility Strategy

Organizations can combine both approaches. Flow replication provides continuous, scalable monitoring, while packet based tools are reserved for targeted forensic investigations.

Why Choose Plixer Replicator?

Operational and Financial Advantages

Plixer Replicator enables flow data replication to multiple systems, eliminating isolated telemetry silos. The UDP replication tool delivers this capability in a cost effective manner when compared to packet level solutions.

Ease of Deployment and Management

Deployment requires minimal configuration and integrates quickly into existing infrastructures. This supports faster rollout across global enterprises and reduces operational overhead.

Consistent Data for Better Decisions

Centralized distribution ensures that security, operations, and compliance teams work from the same data set. This improves governance, audit readiness, and long term infrastructure planning.

Support for Hybrid and Distributed Architectures

The UDP replication tool is built to support multi site and cloud environments. It enables consistent data delivery across complex network topologies without increasing strain on exporters.

Take Your Network Visibility to the Next Level

Plixer Replicator delivers a clear path to stronger visibility and faster response. Experience how this UDP replication tool distributes UDP metadata across your security and monitoring platforms without increasing infrastructure complexity.

To see Plixer Replicator in action and evaluate how it integrates into your existing security architecture.

FAQs

What is UDP replication, and why is it needed for network security?

UDP replication ensures that flow metadata is delivered to multiple analysis platforms. This reduces blind spots and improves detection coverage across the environment.

How does Plixer Replicator work with Scrutinizer for enhanced monitoring?

Plixer Replicator forwards enriched telemetry to Scrutinizer. This enables deeper analytics, improved correlation, and faster threat detection.

Can Plixer Replicator scale across multiple sites and cloud environments?

Yes. The UDP replication tool is designed to support distributed, hybrid, and cloud scale architectures.

How does Plixer Replicator differ from packet brokers and TAPs?

Plixer Replicator forwards flow metadata rather than full packets. This reduces overhead while maintaining broad visibility.

How does Plixer Replicator support the flow of metadata?

It ensures DNS flow telemetry is delivered to multiple detection systems simultaneously, improving correlation accuracy and response speed.