Fstab

Overview

Evidence: Fstab Description: Collect fstab configuration Category: DiskFilesystem Platform: linux Short Name: fstab Is Parsed: Yes Sent to Investigation Hub: Yes Collect File(s): No

Background

This collector gathers fstab 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 fstab.

Fstab Data

Field	Description	Example
Dump	Dump	Example value
FileSystem	File System	Example value
MountPoint	Mount Point	Example value
Options	Options	Example value
Pass	Pass	Example value
Type	Type	Example value

Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the fstab table.

Forensic Value

This evidence is crucial for forensic investigations as it provides fstab 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.