Rustinel: Open-source endpoint detection for Windows and Linux
Rustinel is a new open-source endpoint detection agent that provides a unified telemetry collection framework for both Windows and Linux systems.
Rustinel is a new open-source endpoint detection agent designed to unify telemetry collection across Windows and Linux environments. By utilizing a single Rust-based codebase, the tool aims to simplify the operational burden for security teams that currently manage disparate pipelines and rule sets for different operating systems [Help Net Security].
The agent functions by collecting telemetry through Event Tracing for Windows (ETW) on Windows systems and eBPF on Linux. This approach allows for the normalization of security data, enabling defenders to apply consistent detection logic regardless of the underlying host operating system.
Rustinel is currently available as an open-source project, providing a consolidated alternative to traditional tools like Sysmon or auditd. Security professionals interested in cross-platform visibility can evaluate the project's codebase and documentation to determine its suitability for their specific infrastructure needs.