Event Log File
General Information
| Title | EVTX File Extension |
| Extension | .evtx |
| Full Form | Event Log File |
| File Type | Log File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store event logs |
| Additional Functions | Forensics, Debugging |
| Features | Binary format, Corruption resistant |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured, Reliable |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Not directly |
Use Cases
| System Diagnostics | Yes |
| Security Analysis | Yes |
| Compliance Auditing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Sensitive data |
| Best Practices | Access control, Regular backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows Vista |
| Replaced | .evt (pre-Vista) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .evt, .log, .audit |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Event Viewer |
Free | Windows |
 Windows PowerShell |
Free | Windows |
| Log Parser Studio |
Free | Windows |