Process Open Files

Overview

Evidence: Process Open Files Description: Collect process open files information Category: System Platform: linux Short Name: popenf Is Parsed: Yes Sent to Investigation Hub: Yes Collect File(s): No

Background

This collector gathers process open files information from the Linux system. This data is essential for understanding process activity, detecting suspicious file access, and investigating process-based security incidents.

Data Collected

This collector gathers structured data about process open files.

Collection Method

This collector parses process file descriptor information and records it into the process_open_files table.

Forensic Value

This evidence is crucial for forensic investigations as it reveals files accessed by processes, helping detect data exfiltration, malware behavior, and unauthorized access.