Splunk Security

@SplunkSecurity
35 followers31,487 downloads1,606 copies11 likes89,405 views

2,508 detections

This analytic detects the disabling of logging functionality on a Cisco ASA device through CLI commands. Adversaries or malicious insiders may attempt to disable logging to evade detection and hide malicious activity. The detection looks for specific ASA syslog message IDs (111009, 111010, 111008) associated with command execution, combined with suspicious commands such as `no logging`, `logging disable`, `clear logging`, or `no logging host`. Disabling logging on a firewall or security device is a strong indicator of defense evasion.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
90107
This analytic detects instances where an internal host attempts to communicate with over 500 ports on a single destination IP address. It includes filtering criteria to exclude applications performing scans over ephemeral port ranges, focusing on potential reconnaissance or scanning activities. Monitoring network traffic logs allows for timely detection and response to such behavior, enhancing network security by identifying and mitigating potential threats promptly.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
70108
This analytic detects intrusion events from known threat activity using Cisco Secure Firewall Intrusion Events. It leverages Cisco Secure Firewall Threat Defense IntrusionEvent logs to identify cases where one or multiple Snort signatures associated with a known threat or threat actor activity have been triggered within a one-hour time window. The detection uses a lookup table (cisco_snort_ids_to_threat_mapping) to map Snort signature IDs to known threat actors and their techniques. When multiple signatures associated with the same threat actor are triggered within the time window, and the count of unique signatures matches or exceeds the expected number of signatures for that threat technique, an alert is generated. This helps identify potential coordinated threat activity in your network environment by correlating related intrusion events that occur in close temporal proximity. Currently, this detection will alert on the following threat actors or malware families as defined in the cisco_snort_ids_to_threat_mapping lookup: ArcaneDoor, Static Tundra, AgentTesla, Amadey, AsyncRAT, Chafer, DCRAT, Lumma Stealer, Nobelium, Quasar, Remcos, Snake, Xworm. To add or update threat actors, update the cisco_snort_ids_to_threat_mapping.csv lookup file with new or modified threat names and associated Snort signature IDs.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
5062
The analytic detects the loading of new Kernel Mode Drivers from non-standard paths using Windows EventCode 7045. It identifies drivers not located in typical directories like Windows, Program Files, or SystemRoot. This activity is significant because adversaries may use these non-standard paths to load malicious or vulnerable drivers, potentially bypassing security controls. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to execute code at the kernel level, escalate privileges, or maintain persistence within the environment, posing a severe threat to system integrity and security.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
1039
This analytic identifies instances where a shell (PowerShell.exe or Cmd.exe) is spawned from W3WP.exe, the IIS worker process. This activity is significant as it may indicate webshell activity, often associated with exploitation attempts like those by the HAFNIUM Group on Exchange servers. If confirmed malicious, this behavior could allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands, potentially leading to system compromise, data exfiltration, or further lateral movement within the network.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0094
This analytic detects the execution of known remote access software within the environment. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names and parent processes mapped to the Endpoint data model. The rule compares observed process names with a list of known remote access software. This activity is significant as adversaries often use remote access tools like AnyDesk, GoToMyPC, LogMeIn, and TeamViewer to maintain unauthorized access. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to control systems remotely, exfiltrate data, or deploy additional malware, posing a severe threat to the organization's security.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
2071
This analytic identifies the execution of suspicious processes, such as `cmd.exe`, `powershell.exe`, or `bash.exe`, when they are spawned by web server processes like `w3wp.exe` or `nginx.exe`. This behavior is a strong indicator of WebShell activity, where an adversary exploits a web application vulnerability to gain persistent access and command execution capabilities on the web server. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary command execution, privilege escalation, and data exfiltration.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
3070
This detection identifies potentially suspicious usage of Invoke-Sqlcmd PowerShell cmdlet, which can be used for database operations and potential data exfiltration. The detection looks for suspicious parameter combinations and query patterns that may indicate unauthorized database access, data theft, or malicious database operations. Threat actors may prefer using PowerShell Invoke-Sqlcmd over sqlcmd.exe as it provides a more flexible programmatic interface and can better evade detection.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
1064
The analytic detects the writing of files from known remote access software to disk within the environment. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on file path, file name, and user information. This activity is significant as adversaries often use remote access tools like AnyDesk, GoToMyPC, LogMeIn, and TeamViewer to maintain unauthorized access. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to persist in the environment, potentially leading to data exfiltration, further compromise, or complete control over affected systems.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
1059
The following analytic detects the execution of AppCmd.exe to install a new module in IIS. This detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names and command-line executions. This activity is significant as adversaries may use it to install webshells or backdoors, leading to credit card scraping, persistence, and further post-exploitation. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to maintain persistent access, execute arbitrary code, and potentially exfiltrate sensitive information from the compromised web server.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0053
Page 82 of 251