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979 detections

The following analytic detects the disabling of Windows Defender logging by identifying changes to the Registry keys DefenderApiLogger or DefenderAuditLogger set to disable. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry datamodel to monitor specific registry paths and values. This activity is significant as it is commonly associated with Remote Access Trojan (RAT) malware attempting to evade detection. If confirmed malicious, this action could allow an attacker to conceal their activities, making it harder to detect further malicious actions and maintain persistence on the compromised endpoint.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry key "AuthenticationLevelOverride" within the Terminal Server Client settings. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry datamodel to identify changes where the registry value is set to 0x00000000. This activity is significant as it may indicate an attempt to override authentication levels for remote connections, a tactic used by DarkGate malware for malicious installations. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to gain unauthorized remote access, potentially leading to data exfiltration or further system compromise.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects a suspicious registry modification aimed at disabling Windows Defender notifications. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry data model, specifically looking for changes to the registry path "*\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender Security Center\Notifications\DisableNotifications" with a value of "0x00000001". This activity is significant as it indicates an attempt to evade detection by disabling security alerts, a technique used by adversaries and malware like RedLine Stealer. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to operate undetected, increasing the risk of further compromise and data exfiltration.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry key "DisableRemoteDesktopAntiAlias" with a value set to 0x00000001. This activity is significant as it may indicate the presence of DarkGate malware, which alters this registry setting to enhance its remote desktop capabilities. If confirmed malicious, this modification could allow an attacker to maintain persistence and control over the compromised host, potentially leading to further exploitation and data exfiltration.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects a suspicious modification to the Windows registry setting for EnableLinkedConnections. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry datamodel to identify changes where the registry path is "*\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System\EnableLinkedConnections" and the value is set to "0x00000001". This activity is significant because enabling linked connections can allow network shares to be accessed with both standard and administrator-level privileges, a technique often abused by malware like BlackByte ransomware. If confirmed malicious, this could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive network resources, escalating the attacker's privileges.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry key "ProxyEnable" to enable proxy settings. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry datamodel, specifically monitoring changes to the "Internet Settings\ProxyEnable" registry path. This activity is significant as it is commonly exploited by malware and adversaries to establish proxy communication, potentially connecting to malicious Command and Control (C2) servers. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to redirect network traffic through a proxy, facilitating unauthorized communication and data exfiltration, thereby compromising the security of the affected host.
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1 year ago
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This analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry key responsible for setting up a proxy server. It specifically looks for changes to the "Internet Settings\\ProxyServer" registry path. Such modifications can indicate that malware or an adversary is configuring a proxy to establish unauthorized communication channels, potentially for Command and Control (C2) or data exfiltration. The rule leverages Sysmon EventID 13 data, which records registry value set operations.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects the modification of the Windows registry using the regedit.exe application with the silent mode parameter. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names and command-line executions. This activity is significant because the silent mode allows registry changes without user confirmation, which can be exploited by adversaries to import malicious registry settings. If confirmed malicious, this could enable attackers to persist in the environment, escalate privileges, or manipulate system configurations, leading to potential system compromise.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects a suspicious modification to the Windows Update configuration registry key "UseWUServer." It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry data model to identify changes where the registry value is set to "0x00000001." This activity is significant because it is commonly used by adversaries, including malware like RedLine Stealer, to bypass detection mechanisms and potentially exploit zero-day vulnerabilities. If confirmed malicious, this modification could allow attackers to evade defenses, persist on the target host, and deploy additional malicious payloads.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects suspicious modifications to the Windows Update Server (WUServer) registry settings. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry data model to identify changes in the registry path associated with Windows Update configurations. This activity is significant because adversaries, including malware like RedLine Stealer, exploit this technique to bypass detection and deploy additional payloads. If confirmed malicious, this registry modification could allow attackers to evade defenses, potentially leading to further system compromise and persistent unauthorized access.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects a process modifying the registry with a known malicious CLSID under InProcServer32. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on registry modifications within the HKLM or HKCU Software Classes CLSID paths. This activity is significant as it may indicate an attempt to load a malicious DLL, potentially leading to code execution. If confirmed malicious, this could allow an attacker to persist in the environment, execute arbitrary code, or escalate privileges, posing a severe threat to system integrity and security.
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1 year ago
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The analytic identifies suspicious modifications in the registry entry, specifically targeting paths used by malware like REVIL. It detects changes in registry paths such as `SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Facebook_Assistant` and `SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\BlackLivesMatter`. This detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on registry modifications linked to process GUIDs. This activity is significant as it indicates potential malware persistence mechanisms, often used by advanced persistent threats (APTs) and ransomware. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to maintain persistence, encrypt files, and store critical ransomware-related information on compromised hosts.
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1 year ago
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This analytic detects the execution of `rundll32.exe` with command-line arguments specifically designed to clear the Shimcache (Application Compatibility Cache) by calling `apphelp.dll,ShimFlushCache`. Clearing the Shimcache is an anti-forensic technique used by adversaries to remove forensic artifacts and evade detection, making it harder for incident responders to trace their activities and maintain persistence on a compromised system.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry that change the Windows Defender Quick Scan Interval. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry data model, focusing on changes to the "QuickScanInterval" registry path. This activity is significant because altering the scan interval can impair Windows Defender's ability to detect malware promptly, potentially allowing threats to persist undetected. If confirmed malicious, this modification could enable attackers to bypass security measures, maintain persistence, and execute further malicious activities without being detected by quick scans.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry specifically targeting the "WppTracingLevel" setting within Windows Defender. This detection leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry data model to identify changes in the registry path associated with Windows Defender tracing levels. Such modifications are significant as they can impair the diagnostic capabilities of Windows Defender, potentially hiding malicious activities. If confirmed malicious, this activity could allow an attacker to evade detection and maintain persistence within the environment, leading to further compromise and data exfiltration.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry entry "EnableWebContentEvaluation" to disable Windows Defender web content evaluation. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry datamodel, specifically monitoring changes where the registry value is set to "0x00000000". This activity is significant as it indicates an attempt to impair browser security features, potentially allowing malicious web content to bypass security checks. If confirmed malicious, this could lead to users interacting with harmful scripts or unsafe web elements, increasing the risk of system exploitation and security breaches.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry that override the Windows Defender SmartScreen prompt. It leverages data from the Endpoint.Registry data model, specifically monitoring changes to the "PreventSmartScreenPromptOverride" registry setting. This activity is significant because it indicates an attempt to disable the prevention of user overrides for SmartScreen prompts, potentially allowing users to bypass security warnings. If confirmed malicious, this could lead to users inadvertently executing or accessing harmful content, increasing the risk of security incidents or system compromises.
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1 year ago
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This analytic detects a suspicious modification to the Windows registry that disables automatic reboot with a logged-on user. This detection leverages the Endpoint data model to identify changes to the registry path `SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU\NoAutoRebootWithLoggedOnUsers` with a value of `0x00000001`. This activity is significant as it is commonly used by adversaries, including malware like RedLine Stealer, to evade detection and maintain persistence. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to bypass security measures and deploy additional payloads without interruption.
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1 year ago
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The analytic detects modifications to the Windows Error Reporting registry key "DontShowUI" to suppress error reporting dialogs. It identifies changes where the registry value is set to 0x00000001. This activity is significant as it is commonly associated with DarkGate malware, which uses this modification to avoid detection during its installation. If confirmed malicious, this behavior could allow attackers to maintain a low profile, avoiding user alerts and potentially enabling further malicious activities without user intervention.
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1 year ago
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The analytic detects modifications to the registry related to ValleyRAT C2 configuration. Specifically, it monitors changes in registry keys where ValleyRAT saves the IP address and port information of its command-and-control (C2) server. This activity is a key indicator of ValleyRAT attempting to establish persistent communication with its C2 infrastructure. By identifying these unauthorized registry modifications, security analysts can quickly detect malicious configurations and investigate the associated threats. Early detection of these changes helps prevent further exploitation and limits the malware’s ability to exfiltrate data or control infected systems.
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1 year ago
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The following analytic detects modifications to the Windows registry under `SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Test`, a location rarely used by legitimate applications in a production environment. Monitoring this key is crucial, as adversaries may create or alter values here for monitoring update of itself file path, updated configuration file, or system mark compromised. The detection leverages **Sysmon Event ID 13** (Registry Value Set) to identify unauthorized changes. Analysts should investigate processes associated with these modifications, particularly unsigned executables or suspicious command-line activity, as they may indicate malware or unauthorized software behavior.
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1 year ago
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