Detections

Explore public detection logic contributed by the community across SIEM and rule languages.

2,086 detections

The following analytic detects the execution of odbcconf.exe with a response file, which may contain commands to load a DLL (REGSVR) or other instructions. This detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names and command-line arguments. This activity is significant as it may indicate an attempt to execute arbitrary code or load malicious DLLs, potentially leading to unauthorized actions. If confirmed malicious, this could allow an attacker to gain code execution, escalate privileges, or establish persistence within the environment.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0034
The analytic identifies the deletion of the Raccine Rules Updater scheduled task using the `schtasks.exe` command. This detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names and command-line executions. This activity is significant because adversaries may delete this task to disable Raccine, a tool designed to prevent ransomware attacks. If confirmed malicious, this action could allow ransomware to execute without interference, leading to potential data encryption and loss.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0034
The analytic identifies the creation of a new service on a remote endpoint using `sc.exe`. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, specifically monitoring for process creation events where `sc.exe` is used with parameters indicative of remote service creation. This activity is significant as it may indicate lateral movement or remote code execution attempts by an attacker. If confirmed malicious, this could allow the attacker to establish persistence, escalate privileges, or execute arbitrary code on the remote system, potentially leading to further compromise of the network.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0034
The following analytic detects the creation of a new scheduled task using Schtasks.exe to run as the SYSTEM user. This detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on command-line executions and process details. This activity is significant as it often indicates an attempt to gain elevated privileges or maintain persistence within the environment. If confirmed malicious, an attacker could execute code with SYSTEM-level privileges, potentially leading to data theft, ransomware deployment, or further system compromise. Immediate investigation and mitigation are crucial to prevent further damage.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0034
This analytic identifies instances where the CrushFTP service process (crushftpservice.exe) spawns shell processes such as cmd.exe or powershell.exe. This behavior is unusual for CrushFTP during normal operations and could indicate a successful exploitation of vulnerabilities, such as CVE-2025-31161, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the CrushFTP service.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0034
The following analytic detects the use of certutil to download software, specifically when spawned by SQL-related processes. This detection leverages Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) data, focusing on command-line executions involving certutil with parameters like *urlcache* and *split*. This activity is significant as it may indicate a compromise by threat actors, such as Flax Typhoon, who use certutil to establish persistent VPN connections. If confirmed malicious, this behavior could allow attackers to maintain access, monitor system availability, and potentially escalate to data theft or ransomware deployment.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0034
The following analytic detects when an executable known for User Account Control (UAC) bypass exploitation spawns a child process in a user-controlled location or a command shell executable (e.g., cmd.exe, powershell.exe). This detection leverages Sysmon EventID 1 data, focusing on high or system integrity level processes with specific parent-child process relationships. This activity is significant as it may indicate an attacker has successfully used a UAC bypass exploit to escalate privileges. If confirmed malicious, this could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileges, potentially compromising the entire system.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0034
The following analytic detects the execution of a suspicious `bcdedit` command that configures a host to boot in safe mode with network support. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on command-line executions involving `bcdedit.exe` with specific parameters. This activity is significant because it is a known technique used by BlackMatter ransomware to force a compromised host into safe mode for continued encryption. If confirmed malicious, this could allow attackers to bypass certain security controls, persist in the environment, and continue their malicious activities.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic identifies the abuse of Regsvr32.exe to proxy execution of malicious code, specifically detecting the loading of "scrobj.dll" by Regsvr32.exe. This activity is significant because Regsvr32.exe is a trusted, signed Microsoft binary, often used in "Squiblydoo" attacks to bypass application control mechanisms. If confirmed malicious, this technique could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to system compromise and persistent access.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic detects the execution of "wevtutil.exe" with parameters to disable event logs. This activity is significant because disabling event logs is a common tactic used by ransomware to evade detection and hinder forensic investigations. If confirmed malicious, this action could allow attackers to operate undetected, making it difficult to trace their activities and respond effectively to the incident.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic identifies the execution of `wmic.exe` with command-line arguments used to discover domain controllers in a Windows domain. This activity is commonly used by adversaries and Red Teams for situational awareness and Active Directory discovery. If confirmed malicious, this behavior could allow attackers to map out the network, identify key systems, and plan further attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data exfiltration.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The following analytic detects the execution of `wmic.exe` with command-line arguments querying specific elevated domain groups. It leverages Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) telemetry to identify processes that access the LDAP namespace and search for groups like "Domain Admins" or "Enterprise Admins." This activity is significant as it indicates potential reconnaissance efforts by adversaries to identify high-privilege accounts within Active Directory. If confirmed malicious, this behavior could lead to privilege escalation, allowing attackers to gain elevated access and control over critical network resources.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The following analytic detects an excessive number of `sc.exe` processes launched with the command line argument `start= disabled` within a short period. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names, command-line executions, and process GUIDs. This activity is significant as it may indicate an attempt to disable critical services, potentially impairing system defenses. If confirmed malicious, this behavior could allow an attacker to disrupt security mechanisms, hinder incident response, and maintain control over the compromised system.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic detects the execution of `powershell.exe` with the `Get-AdComputer` commandlet, which is used to discover remote systems within a domain. This activity indicates potential reconnaissance efforts by adversaries to map out domain computers, which is a common step in the attack lifecycle. If confirmed malicious, this behavior could allow attackers to gain situational awareness and plan further attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data exfiltration.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
This analytic detects the execution of `powershell.exe` with the `Get-AdGroup` commandlet, which is used to query domain groups in a Windows Domain. This activity may indicate an adversary or Red Team enumerating domain groups for situational awareness and Active Directory discovery. If confirmed malicious, this activity could lead to further reconnaissance, privilege escalation, or lateral movement within the network.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic detects the execution of `powershell.exe` with the `Get-DomainController` command, which is used to discover remote systems within a Windows domain. This activity may indicate an attempt to enumerate domain controllers, a common tactic in Active Directory discovery. If confirmed malicious, this activity could allow attackers to gain situational awareness, potentially leading to further exploitation and lateral movement within the network.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic detects attempts to disable a service on a Linux system. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on processes like "systemctl," "service," and "svcadm" with commands containing "disable." This activity is significant as adversaries may disable security or critical services to evade detection and facilitate further malicious actions, such as deploying destructive payloads. If confirmed malicious, this could lead to the termination of essential security services, allowing attackers to persist undetected and potentially cause significant damage to the system.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
1033
The following analytic detects the execution of the 'doas' tool on a Linux host. This tool allows standard users to perform tasks with root privileges, similar to 'sudo'. The detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names and command-line executions. This activity is significant as 'doas' can be exploited by adversaries to gain elevated privileges on a compromised host. If confirmed malicious, this could lead to unauthorized administrative access, potentially compromising the entire system.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The following analytic detects the insertion of a Linux kernel module using the insmod utility. It leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process execution logs that include process names and command-line details. This activity is significant as it may indicate the installation of a rootkit or malicious kernel module, potentially allowing an attacker to gain elevated privileges and bypass security detections. If confirmed malicious, this could lead to unauthorized code execution, persistent access, and severe compromise of the affected system.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic identifies the use of the 'kmod' process to list kernel modules on a Linux system. This detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, focusing on process names and command-line executions. While listing kernel modules is not inherently malicious, it can be a precursor to loading unauthorized modules using 'insmod'. If confirmed malicious, this activity could allow an attacker to load kernel modules, potentially leading to privilege escalation, persistence, or other malicious actions within the system.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
The analytic detects the use of the Nishang Invoke-PowerShellTCPOneLine utility, which initiates a callback to a remote Command and Control (C2) server. It leverages Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) data, focusing on PowerShell processes that include specific .NET classes like Net.Sockets.TCPClient and System.Text.ASCIIEncoding. This activity is significant as it indicates potential remote control or data exfiltration attempts by an attacker. If confirmed malicious, this could lead to unauthorized remote access, data theft, or further compromise of the affected system.
Splunk Security@SplunkSecurity
avatar
Splunk Security Content
1 year ago
0033
Page 91 of 100