Systemctl

Overview

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

Background

This collector gathers systemctl 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 systemctl.

Systemctl Data

Field
Description
Example

ID

Primary key (auto-increment)

1

Name

Service name

ssh

LoadState

Load state

loaded

ActiveState

Active state

active

SubState

Sub state

running

Description

Service description

OpenBSD Secure Shell server

UnitFileState

Unit file state

enabled

Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the systemctl table.

Usage

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

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