Memory Map

Overview

Evidence: Memory Map Description: Collect Memory Map Category: System Platform: Linux Short Name: memoryma Is Parsed: Yes Sent to Investigation Hub: Yes Collect File(s): No

Background

This collector gathers memory map 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 memory map.

Memory Map Data

Field	Description	Example
ID	Primary key (auto-increment)	1
ProcessId	Process ID	1234
StartAddress	Memory start address	0x7f8b8c000000
EndAddress	Memory end address	0x7f8b8c001000
Permissions	Memory permissions	r-xp
Offset	File offset	0
Device	Device major:minor	08:01
Inode	File inode	12345
Pathname	Mapped file path	/lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6

Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the memory_map table.

Usage

This evidence is crucial for forensic investigations as it provides memory map 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.