DEB Packages

Overview

Evidence: Deb Packages Description: Collect Deb Packages Category: System Platform: Linux Short Name: debpacka Is Parsed: Yes Sent to Investigation Hub: Yes Collect File(s): No

Background

This collector gathers deb packages information from the Linux system. This data is essential for understanding system activity, detecting security incidents, and investigating system-related events.

Data Collected

This collector gathers structured data about deb packages.

Deb Packages Data

Field	Description	Example
ID	Primary key (auto-increment)	1
Package	Package name	vim
Version	Package version	2:8.1.2269-1ubuntu5
Architecture	Package architecture	amd64
Status	Package status	install ok installed
Priority	Package priority	important
Section	Package section	editors
InstalledSize	Installed size in bytes	1024000

Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the deb_packages table.

Usage

This evidence is crucial for forensic investigations as it provides deb packages information. It helps investigators understand system activity, detect security incidents, and investigate system-related events. The data can reveal system changes, unauthorized activities, and potential security vulnerabilities. Analysts can use this information to identify system compromises, trace malicious activities, and assess Linux security posture.

Notes

This data may contain sensitive information that should be handled according to data protection requirements. Ensure proper chain of custody is maintained during collection and analysis.