ctf-forensics

Analyze disk images, memory dumps, and network captures for forensic evidence.

Updated May 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/a398275770-ctrl/ctf-skills --skill ctf-forensics-a398275770-ctrl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ctf-forensics
Source: https://github.com/a398275770-ctrl/ctf-skills/tree/main/ctf-forensics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/a398275770-ctrl/ctf-skills --skill ctf-forensics-a398275770-ctrl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires volatility3, python-volatility, sleuthkit, pytsk3, scapy, pyshark, matplotlib, numpy, pandas, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive tools and techniques for digital forensics and signal analysis, empowering you to solve CTF challenges efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Disk and Memory Analysis: Analyze disk images, memory dumps, and disk sectors for hidden data and artifacts.
  • Network Forensics: Decode network traffic, decrypt communications, and extract credentials from network captures.
  • Steganography: Detect and analyze hidden messages in various formats, including images, audio, and PDFs.
  • Windows Forensics: Extract passwords, analyze event logs, and identify malicious activity in Windows environments.
  • Linux Forensics: Analyze Linux systems, including user logs, system files, and memory dumps.
  • Advanced Techniques: Apply advanced techniques like deleted partition recovery, ZFS forensics, and memory dump string carving.
  • Use Case: When faced with a CTF challenge involving a suspicious image, this Skill can help you extract hidden data and recover deleted files.

Quick Start

Use the ctf-forensics skill to analyze the disk image 'memory.dmp'.

Frequently Asked Questions about ctf-forensics

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I extract hidden data from a memory dump for CTF forensics?

To extract hidden data from a memory dump, you can use memory analysis techniques like string carving to recover artifacts. This Skill leverages Volatility3 to analyze memory dumps and identify hidden messages or malicious activity.

What is the best way to perform disk imaging and recover deleted partitions?

The best way to perform disk imaging and recover deleted partitions is by using Sleuth Kit and pytsk3. This Skill applies advanced techniques to analyze disk sectors, extract hidden data, and successfully recover deleted partitions.

Can I decode network traffic and extract credentials from PCAP files?

Yes, you can decode network traffic and extract credentials from network captures. This Skill uses network forensics tools like scapy and pyshark to decode traffic, decrypt communications, and extract credentials from PCAP files.

How do I detect steganography in images and PDFs during a security audit?

To detect steganography in images and PDFs, this Skill analyzes various file formats to find hidden messages. It applies steganography detection techniques to extract concealed data from images, audio, and PDF files.

Does this digital forensics tool support Windows event log analysis?

Yes, this digital forensics tool supports Windows event log analysis. It can extract passwords, analyze event logs, and identify malicious activity specifically within Windows environments for forensic investigations.

Do I need Python libraries installed to run memory and disk analysis tasks?

Yes, you need specific Python libraries installed to run memory and disk analysis tasks. This Skill requires dependencies like volatility3, sleuthkit, pytsk3, scapy, and pandas to perform comprehensive digital forensics and signal analysis.