What happens after the Vault administrator configures syslog integration on the Vault?

When the Vault administrator configures syslog integration on the Vault, the primary function of this setting is to enable the forwarding of audit records to a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system. This integration allows for centralized logging, which enhances security monitoring and incident response capabilities. By sending these logs to a SIEM, organizations can correlate logs from multiple sources, identify patterns, and gain insights into potential security incidents.

Using syslog, the Vault can transmit detailed audit records that include critical information such as user actions and system events, making it easier for security teams to perform their analyses. This capability helps organizations comply with security policies and regulations that mandate the monitoring and retention of audit logs.

In contrast, the other options do not accurately reflect the functionality of syslog integration. For instance, the Vault will continue to create audit records regardless of whether syslog is configured; thus, it does not stop creating them. Additionally, it does not store records locally only or send alerts exclusively, as the main purpose of the syslog integration is to forward those audit records for broader visibility within the organization's security framework.