This detection rule identifies the use of the Hydra password cracking tool by analyzing command line parameters associated with its execution. Hydra is widely used by attackers for brute-force password guessing across various protocols, making it a significant threat in credential harvesting attempts. The rule focuses on detecting specific flags commonly utilized with the Hydra tool: '-u' for usernames and '-p' for passwords, along with the use of placeholders like '^USER^' and '^PASS^'. These indicators, when present in process creation logs on Windows systems, prompt an alert to notify security personnel of potential credential-access attacks. The detection is set to a high severity level, reflecting the critical nature of password cracking activities in the broader spectrum of cybersecurity threats. This makes it essential for organizations to monitor for such activities closely to prevent unauthorized access and potential data breaches.