Unix Sockets

Overview

Evidence: Unix Sockets Description: Collect Unix Sockets Category: System Platform: Linux Short Name: unixsock 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 system activity, detecting security incidents, and investigating system-related events.

Data Collected

This collector gathers structured data about unix sockets.

Unix Sockets Data

Field	Description	Example
ID	Primary key (auto-increment)	1
Inode	Socket inode	12345
ProcessId	Process ID	1234
UserId	User ID	1000
SocketPath	Socket path	/var/run/docker.sock
State	Socket state	CONNECTED

Collection Method

This collector parses the necessary data from the unix_sockets table.

Usage

This evidence is crucial for forensic investigations as it provides unix sockets 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.