RAM Image

Overview

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

Background

This collector gathers ram 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 ram.

Ram Data

Field	Description	Example
ID	Primary key (auto-increment)	1
Total	Total RAM in bytes	17179869184
Available	Available RAM in bytes	8589934592
Used	Used RAM in bytes	8589934592
Free	Free RAM in bytes	0
Shared	Shared RAM in bytes	1073741824
Buffers	Buffer RAM in bytes	536870912
Cached	Cached RAM in bytes	2147483648
SwapTotal	Total swap in bytes	2147483648
SwapFree	Free swap in bytes	2147483648
SwapUsed	Used swap in bytes	0

Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the ram table.

Usage

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