IP Tables

Overview

Evidence: IP Tables Description: Collect IP tables Category: Network Platform: linux Short Name: iptbl Is Parsed: Yes Sent to Investigation Hub: Yes Collect File(s): No

Background

Linux iptables firewall rules provide information about network security policies, access controls, and traffic filtering. This data is essential for understanding network security configuration and detecting unauthorized rule changes.

Data Collected

This collector gathers structured data about ip tables.

Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the iptables table.

Forensic Value

This evidence is crucial for forensic investigations as it provides firewall configuration information. It helps investigators understand network security policies, detect unauthorized rule changes, and investigate network-based attacks. The data can reveal firewall rules, access controls, and potential security vulnerabilities. Analysts can use this information to identify network security compromises, trace rule changes, and assess firewall security posture.