implementing-file-integrity-monitoring-with-aide
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name: implementing-file-integrity-monitoring-with-aide
description: Configure AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) for file integrity monitoring includin…
category: ai
runtime: Python
---
# implementing-file-integrity-monitoring-with-aide output preview
## PART A: Task fit
- Use case: Configure AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) for file integrity monitoring including baseline creation, Use when this capability is needed. AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) is a host-based intrusion detection system that monitors file and directory integrity using cryptographic checksums. This skill covers generating AIDE confi….
- Inputs: target material, constraints, expected output, and acceptance criteria.
- Evidence boundary: follow “Overview / When to Use / Prerequisites” and do not present inference as author intent.
## PART B: Execution result
- **01** The card summarizes the use case; runtime output centers on “Configure AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) for file integrity monitoring including baseline creation, Use when this capability is needed. AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) is a host-based intrusion detection system that monitors file and directory integrity using cryptographic checksums. This skill covers generating AIDE confi…”.
- **02** When the source has headings, the agent prioritizes “Overview / When to Use / Prerequisites” so the result follows the author’s structure.
- **03** Typical output includes task judgment, concrete steps, required commands or file edits, validation, and follow-up options.
- **04** Risk context follows the fingerprint: read files, write/modify files, run shell commands; mostly runs locally; usually needs no extra API key.
## Running Rules
- read files, write/modify files, run shell commands; mostly runs locally; usually needs no extra API key.
- Validate with a small sample before expanding scope.
- Return the result, validation criteria, and next iteration options. Choose the trigger
The source mentions slash commands such as `/bin`, `/sbin`, `/usr`, `/boot`; use them first when your agent supports command triggers.
Provide inputs and boundaries
Name target files or source material, expected output, forbidden changes, and whether network or shell access is allowed. Permission fingerprint: read files, write/modify files, run shell commands.
Validate with a small run
Start with a small task and check whether the result follows “Overview / When to Use / Prerequisites”. Inspect diffs, logs, previews, or tests before expanding scope.
Review before delivery
Confirm the final output includes a concrete result, evidence, and next action. If it stays generic, tighten inputs, boundaries, and acceptance criteria.
---
name: implementing-file-integrity-monitoring-with-aide
description: Configure AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) for file integrity monitoring includin…
category: ai
source: tomevault-io/skills-registry
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# implementing-file-integrity-monitoring-with-aide
## When to use
- Configure AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) for file integrity monitoring including baseline creation, U…
- Use it when the task has clear inputs, repeatable steps, and validation criteria.
## What to provide
- Target material, scope, expected result, and forbidden changes.
- Whether network, commands, file writes, or external services are allowed.
## Execution rules
- Organize steps around “Overview / When to Use / Prerequisites” and keep inference separate from source facts.
- read files, write/modify files, run shell commands; mostly runs locally; usually needs no extra API key.
- Validate with a small sample before expanding the task.
## Output requirements
- Return the deliverable, key evidence, validation method, and next action.
- Mark missing information as unknown; do not invent commands, platforms, or dependencies. Evidence boundary and execution chain
The author source anchors workflow facts; repository files anchor sources and commands; Fluxly only adds fit, limitations, and quality judgment.
skill "implementing-file-integrity-monitoring-with-aide" {
input -> user goal + target files + boundaries + acceptance criteria
context -> Overview / When to Use / Prerequisites
rules -> SKILL.md triggers / order / output contract
runtime -> Python | read files, write/modify files, run shell commands | mostly runs locally
guardrails -> usually needs no extra API key + small-sample validation + diff/log review
output -> copyable result + checklist + next iteration
}Implementing File Integrity Monitoring with AIDE
Overview
AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment) is a host-based intrusion detection system that monitors file and directory integrity using cryptographic checksums. This skill covers generating AIDE configuration files, initializing baseline databases, running integrity checks, parsing change reports, and setting up automated cron-based monitoring with alerting.
When to Use
- When deploying or configuring implementing file integrity monitoring with aide capabilities in your environment
- When establishing security controls aligned to compliance requirements
- When building or improving security architecture for this domain
- When conducting security assessments that require this implementation
Prerequisites
- AIDE installed on target Linux system (apt install aide / yum install aide)
- Root or sudo access for file system scanning
- Python 3.8+ with standard library
Steps
- Generate AIDE Configuration — Create aide.conf with monitoring rules for critical directories (/etc, /bin, /sbin, /usr/bin, /boot)
- Initialize Baseline Database — Run aide --init to create the initial file integrity baseline
- Run Integrity Check — Execute aide --check to compare current state against baseline
- Parse Change Report — Extract added, removed, and changed files from AIDE output
- Configure Automated Monitoring — Generate cron job for scheduled integrity checks
- Generate Compliance Report — Produce structured report of all file changes with severity classification
Expected Output
- AIDE configuration file (aide.conf)
- Baseline database creation status
- JSON report of file changes (added/removed/changed) with severity
- Cron job configuration for automated monitoring
Source: AgentFlocks/flocks — distributed by TomeVault.
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