Alternatives to AIDE

A file and directory integrity checker that records file attributes and hashes, then reports changes. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.

  • AIDE

    A file and directory integrity checker that records file attributes and hashes, then reports changes.

    FreeProprietaryLinuxCommand line

Replacements

Listings that take over the same core job as AIDE.

  • OSSEC

    An open-source host-based intrusion detection system with log analysis, file integrity monitoring and active response.

    FreeOpen sourceSelf-hosted

    OSSEC is an open-source host intrusion detection system combining file integrity monitoring with log analysis and active response, self-hosted.

  • Wazuh Agent

    Endpoint agent that feeds a Wazuh server with security and compliance data.

    FreeOpen sourceWindowsLinux

    Wazuh Agent provides file integrity monitoring plus log collection and rootkit detection, but needs a Wazuh manager and indexer to work.

Similar software

Related functionality, not a direct replacement.