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Antivirus Hacktool Detection

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Summary
The Antivirus Hacktool Detection rule is designed to identify alerts from antivirus systems indicating the presence of hack tools or other malicious attack tools. These alerts are critical and should not be dismissed simply because the antivirus has successfully blocked the detected malware. Instead, it is essential to trace the origins of the threat to prevent future occurrences. The detection mechanism is based on specific patterns in the antivirus signatures that indicate potentially harmful software related to hacking tools. By focusing on both signature matches that start with identifiable tags (such as 'ATK/' or 'HKTL') and those that contain known hack tool identifiers (like 'Mimikatz', 'Cobalt', or 'PowerSploit'), the rule facilitates the identification of advanced persistent threats and potential breaches. The aim is to elevate the overall threat detection posture and ensure prompt investigation of the circumstances under which such threats are encountered.
Categories
  • Endpoint
  • Network
  • Cloud
Data Sources
  • Application Log
  • Process
  • Malware Repository
Created: 2021-08-16