Remote Run Key Modification via Registry

Darshan Thummar@Mighty

•updated Jun 10, 2026•0•0•1

This rule detects attempts to modify the 'Run' key in the Windows Registry remotely over SMB (port 445). The 'Run' key is a common persistence mechanism used by attackers to ensure their malicious code executes every time a user logs in. The rule specifically looks for network traffic on port 445 containing the string 'SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run', indicating a potential remote registry modification related to startup programs.