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SigmaHQ Detections

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This rule detects network connections initiated by executables (excluding common internet browsers and known applications) to a list of legitimate, popular websites that have been previously identified as 'dead drop resolvers' in cyberattacks. Attackers leverage these trusted websites (e.g., Facebook, YouTube, Google Drive) to host C2 infrastructure or relay data, aiming to blend in with normal network traffic and evade detection. The rule specifically filters out connections from a comprehensive list of legitimate browser executables and other applications to reduce false positives.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
0032
Detects executables located in potentially suspicious directories initiating network connections towards file sharing domains. This behavior can indicate data exfiltration or the staging of malicious tools.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects a python process calling to the PTY module in order to spawn a pretty tty which could be indicative of potential reverse shell activity.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects the execution of python with calls to the socket and pty module in order to connect and spawn a potential reverse shell.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects the use of csrutil to disable the Configure System Integrity Protection (SIP). This technique is used in post-exploit scenarios.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
001
Detects potential calls to NtOpenProcess directly from NTDLL.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
001
Detects execution of "tar.exe" in order to create a compressed file.
Adversaries may abuse various utilities to compress or encrypt data before exfiltration.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects execution of "tar.exe" in order to extract compressed file.
Adversaries may abuse various utilities in order to decompress data to avoid detection.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
001
Detects execution of commands via the run dialog box on Windows by checking values of the "RunMRU" registry key.
This technique was seen being abused by threat actors to deceive users into pasting and executing malicious commands, often disguised as CAPTCHA verification steps.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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Detects the use of csrutil to view the Configure System Integrity Protection (SIP) status. This technique is used in post-exploit scenarios.
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SigmaHQ Detections@sigmaHQ
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SigmaHQ
2 years ago
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