# Unix Sockets

## Overview

**Evidence:** Unix Sockets\
**Description:** Collect unix sockets\
**Category:** Network\
**Platform:** linux\
**Short Name:** unixsoc\
**Is Parsed:** Yes\
**Sent to Investigation Hub:** Yes\
**Collect File(s):** No

## Background

This collector gathers unix sockets information from the Linux system. This data is essential for understanding inter-process communication, detecting unauthorized socket usage, and investigating system-related security incidents.

## Data Collected

This collector gathers structured data about unix sockets.

## Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the `unix_sockets` table.

## Forensic Value

This evidence is crucial for forensic investigations as it provides unix sockets information. It helps investigators understand IPC usage, detect suspicious services, and investigate process communications. Analysts can use this information to identify potential backdoors, trace service activity, and assess Linux security posture.