auditd
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auditd
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Also known as: Linux Audit daemon, audit framework
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
auditd is the Linux Audit daemon that records security-relevant events like file access and syscalls based on rules you define.
Real-World Example
Audit rules alerting when /etc/passwd is modified unexpectedly.
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