--- title: "Forescout eyeSight" slug: "forescout-eyesight" updated: 2025-07-29T19:57:05Z published: 2025-07-29T19:57:05Z canonical: "docs.databee.buzz/forescout-eyesight" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.databee.buzz/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Forescout eyeSight Forescout eyeSight is a network security solution that provides visibility into and control over devices connected to an extended enterprise network. It discovers, classifies, and assesses devices, enabling organizations to enforce security policies, automate workflows, and improve overall network security posture. For more detailed information refer to Forescout’s official [web site.](https://www.forescout.com/products/eyesight/) **Integration Method**: Data Collector (API Ingest) **Tables**: Device Inventory Info (5001) This integration supports the following events. | **Event** | **Description** | | --- | --- | | Hosts | Returns a paginated list of all hosts, and other properties, defined in the Forescout Platform. | This integration supports the following versions. | Forescout eyeSight | Version 9.1 | | --- | --- | | Forescout eyeSight Web API Plugin | v1.5.15 | # Prerequisites - The user should have access to the Forescout eyeSight console with administrator privileges. - The user should have a [compatible version](https://docs.databee.buzz/docs/data-collector#system-requirements) of the system in which we can configure the data collector. - The user should have access to the DataBee console. # Configuration Overview 1. [Data Collector Configuration and Installation.](/docs/forescout-eyesight#_Data_Collector_Configuration) 2. [Add a New User](/docs/forescout-eyesight#_Create_User) in Forescout. 3. Create [Forescout eyeSight Data Feed](/docs/forescout-eyesight#_DataBee_Configuration) in the DataBee console. | **DataBee Parameter** | **Forescout eyeSight Parameter** | | --- | --- | | Base URL | https:// (IP/Instance of the Forescout eyeSight) | | Token URL | https:///api/login | | Username | [Username](/docs/forescout-eyesight#user_and_password) | | Password | [Password](/docs/forescout-eyesight#user_and_password) | # Data Collector Configuration and Installation To receive events from Forescout eyeSight, a Data Collector must be installed and configured. The data collector is used to call eyeSight APIs in an on-prem environment and send data to DataBee securely. Follow the steps provided in DataBee's official [documentation](https://docs.databee.buzz/docs/data-collector#configure-data-collector-in-databee) to complete the configuration. Additionally, refer to [this](https://docs.databee.buzz/docs/data-collector#installing-the-data-collector) guide for detailed instructions on installing the Data Collector on your machine. # Forescout eyeSight Configuration ## Create User 1. Log on to the Forescout eyeSight using Administrator credentials. 2. From the navigation bar, click on the **settings icon**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-66q2ja4b.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 3. Under **Options** scroll down to select **Web API,** then click on **Add** to create new user. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-vf2ps6yn.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 4. On the **Add Credentials** window enter **User**, **Password** and **Verify Password**, then click on **OK** to create user. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-a94cx2lj.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 5. On the **Web API** page click on **Apply** to apply the changes we made. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-heyz0ib2.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 6. Once the process is complete, click **Close** to finish this step. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-zunc0i39.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) # DataBee Configuration 1. Login to the DataBee UI, navigate to **Data** > **Data Feeds** and click the **Add New Data Feed** button. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-bbvnxjrb.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 2. Search for **Forescout eyeSight** and click on it as shown below. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-co45ba48.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 3. Click on the **Data Collector** option for collection method. ![Inserting image...](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-b9qpq5cn.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 4. Click on the **API Ingest** option as the polling mechanism. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-hr7i3g04.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 5. Enter the feed contact information, select the [collector](/docs/forescout-eyesight#_Data_Collector_Configuration) that you have created from the drop down, and click on the **Next** button. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-p6s16ytv.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 6. In the configuration page, confirm the following, then click on **Next**. - **Base URL**: Paste the Base URL which would be the IP address/instance of the Forescout eyeSight. - **Request Count**: Set to **10** - **Interval**: Set to **60 seconds** - **Event Types:** Preselected for all the event types that integration pulls. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-2fldn6jl.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 7. In the configure authentication page, confirm the following, then click **Next**. - **Authorization Method:** Token URL Auth - **Token URL:** Replace the with IP address/instance of the Forescout eyeSight Server. - **Username**: Paste the [username](/docs/forescout-eyesight#user_and_password) - **Password:** Paste the [password](/docs/forescout-eyesight#user_and_password) - **Enable TLS**: Check the Enable TLS option - **Skip Server-side Certificate Verification:** Check it to disable the server-side certificate verification - **Root CAS File Path**: Enter the path where the CA certificate file is located on your machine. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-699m2cwt.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) 8. Click **Submit**. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-94e3ow6l.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) # Troubleshooting Tips - Ensure that the server is reachable by opening the terminal on the receiver machine and running **ping ** command. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/04e48772-4346-44a4-aa69-043eca42257c/Images/Documentation/forescout-eyesight---in-review-image-ds3mvk4d.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-10-30T11%3A37%3A51Z&se=2026-10-30T12%3A37%3A51Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=%2FHZ3HkkkzAF%2FXN38ewDzA02YwH7Flvw8FMnduELAjFo%3D) - If you encounter any issues regarding log forwarding, refer to the [DataBee troubleshooting document](https://docs.databee.buzz/docs/troubleshooting) for detailed guidance. #