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SigmaHQ Detections

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This rule detects the execution of AppleScript or JavaScript for Automation (JXA) scripts on macOS systems. It specifically looks for the 'osascript' utility being used with command-line arguments that indicate direct script execution ('-e') or the execution of script files with '.scpt' (AppleScript) or '.js' (JavaScript/JXA) extensions. This activity can be indicative of an adversary using scripting interpreters for execution.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects the execution of the 'jamf' binary with specific commands that could be used by attackers for privilege escalation, bypassing security controls, or modifying system configurations. This includes creating user accounts, managing the JAMF framework, removing MDM profiles, resetting passwords, and setting computer names.
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2 years ago
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This rule detects the execution of system commands commonly used to shut down, reboot, or halt a macOS system. Adversaries may use these commands to disrupt system availability or aid in the destruction of systems.
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects BGP failures which may be indicative of brute force attacks to manipulate routing.
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects when the MSSQL "xp_cmdshell" stored procedure setting is changed. This change is often a precursor to adversaries executing operating system commands via SQL Server.
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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This rule detects the creation or modification of AppX packages in suspicious file system locations. Adversaries may place malicious AppX packages in common temporary or public directories to evade detection or achieve persistence. The rule specifically looks for Event ID 854 from the 'appxdeployment-server' service, indicating an AppX package being added to the processing pipeline, and checks if the package's path contains known suspicious locations such as public user directories, temporary folders, or desktop/downloads folders.
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2 years ago
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This rule detects when an application acquires a certificate private key. This event (EventID 70 in the CAPI2 Operational log) indicates that a private key associated with a certificate has been accessed or exported. This activity can be indicative of an adversary attempting to steal or gain access to authentication certificates for various malicious purposes, such as impersonation or persistence.
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2 years ago
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Detects a BITS transfer job downloading file(s) from a direct IP address. This technique is often used by adversaries for defense evasion and persistence, as BITS jobs can operate in the background, bypass some firewall rules, and persist across reboots.
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2 years ago
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Detects DNS queries to "ufile.io", which has been observed as a method for data exfiltration by malware and threat actors. This rule specifically looks for Event ID 3008 in the Microsoft-Windows-DNS Client Events/Operational log where the QueryName contains 'ufile.io'.
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2 years ago
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Detects the creation of a local hidden user account on Windows systems. Hidden accounts are often indicated by a dollar sign ($) at the end of the username and can be used by adversaries for persistence.
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2 years ago
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