
Summary
This detection rule identifies instances of Java processes that are running with remote debugging enabled, which allows connections from external hosts rather than being restricted to the localhost. Remote debugging can pose a significant security risk, as it may allow unauthorized users to interact with and inspect the Java application under certain conditions. The rule looks for command line arguments that denote the use of JDWP (Java Debug Wire Protocol), specifically those that include 'transport=dt_socket,address=' along with any outdated versions of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE), such as 'jre1.' or 'jdk1.'. Importantly, the rule excludes instances where the address is explicitly set to '127.0.0.1' or 'localhost', highlighting a focus on more permissive configurations that would allow remote connections from external sources. This detection is applicable primarily to Windows systems and can assist in identifying potential configurations that may have been set intentionally or inadvertently by developers, which could be exploited by attackers.
Categories
- Endpoint
- Windows
Data Sources
- Process
Created: 2019-01-16