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Create a case from CIs

You can create a security case from configuration items in the Configuration Item [cmdb_ci] table. After the CIs have been used to create a new case, you can use Security Case Management to analyze the data.

Before you begin

The Threat Intelligence plugin must be activated to use Security Case Management.

Role required: sn_ti.case_user_write

About this task

You need to navigate to the configuration items you want to use to create a case.

Procedure

  1. Navigate to All > Configuration > Base Items > Computers to view CIs for computers.

    The list for the selected CI type opens. From the list, you can create a new case from one or more CIs, or you can select a specific CI and create a new case from the form.

  2. From the list, select the CIs you want added to a new case.

  3. From the Actions on selected items drop-down list, select Add to Security Case.

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Add a CI to a new case
The **Add to Security Case** dialog box opens. If you already have cases assigned to you, they display in the list.
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Add a CI to a new case
  1. Click Create New Case.

  2. Fill in the fields.

    FieldDescription
    Case NameEnter a name for this case.
    DescriptionEnter a description that would be of value to the case analyst.
  3. Click Submit.

    A message at the top of the list indicates that a new case has been created, along with a link to the case in Security Case Management.

  4. Click the link to view the new case.

Parent Topic:Configuration items in cases

Related topics

Add CIs to existing cases