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NetFlowTCPEnd

Intro

NetFlowTCPEnd - An event derived from base network raw event, designed to monitor the termination of TCP flows. It leverages cgroup skb eBPF programs, focusing specifically on the TCP protocol's termination phase, and is instrumental in analyzing IP and TCP headers data to detect the end of TCP connections.

Description

NetFlowTCPEnd utilizes cgroup skb eBPF programs to intercept and analyze raw network events at the kernel level, with a particular emphasis on the TCP protocol's termination phase. It processes IP and TCP headers to pinpoint the conclusion of TCP communication flows. The event identifies the termination of TCP connections by analyzing the status of TCP flags, primarily focusing on the FIN and RST flags.

By examining these flags, NetFlowTCPEnd provides valuable insights into the end of TCP connections, a critical component for comprehensive network monitoring and security analysis.

Arguments

  1. connectionDirection (string): Indicates whether the terminated connection was 'incoming' or 'outgoing'.
  2. srcIP (string): The source IP address, extracted from the IP header, from the side terminating the connection.
  3. dstIP (string): The destination IP address, obtained from the IP header, of the side receiving the termination.
  4. srcPort (uint16): The source port number, derived from the TCP header.
  5. dstPort (uint16): The destination port number, ascertained from the TCP header.
  6. srcDomains ([]string): Associated domain names for the source IP, resolved using DNS cache.
  7. dstDomains ([]string): Related domain names for the destination IP, determined through DNS cache.

Origin

Derived from cgroup skb eBPF Programs

Source

NetFlowTCPEnd originates from cgroup skb eBPF programs, enabling the tracing of raw network packets at the kernel level. This advanced mechanism is adept at dissecting TCP traffic, particularly focusing on the termination stage of TCP connections.

Purpose

The primary aim of NetFlowTCPEnd is to provide detailed visibility into the termination of TCP connections. By concentrating on FIN and RST flags within TCP headers, it offers an effective and precise approach to identifying the conclusion of TCP communication flows, crucial for network security and performance monitoring.

Example Use Case

Network administrators and security experts can use NetFlowTCPEnd to monitor the termination of TCP connections. This capability is essential for detecting unusual traffic patterns, potential security threats, or abrupt end of communication, which are vital for ensuring network security and efficiency.

Issues

While NetFlowTCPEnd is designed to minimize system overhead, its performance may vary based on the volume of network traffic and the complexity of monitored TCP flows. Efficient data management and analysis are key to leveraging the full potential of this event without affecting system performance adversely.

This document was automatically generated by OpenAI and reviewed by a Human.