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HackTool - SharpUp PrivEsc Tool Execution

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Summary
The detection rule titled 'HackTool - SharpUp PrivEsc Tool Execution' focuses on identifying the execution of SharpUp, a tool explicitly designed for local privilege escalation on Windows systems. This tool is part of penetration testing and is used to exploit common misconfigurations in Windows environments for privilege escalation. The rule detects instances where SharpUp is executed by monitoring process creation events. Key indicators for this detection are based on the specific executable name (SharpUp.exe), its description, and command-line arguments that relate to potential exploitation vectors for privilege escalation. This rule is particularly significant given the critical nature of privilege escalation attacks, which can lead to full system compromise. Implementing this rule assists in amplifying security postures against tools that facilitate unauthorized access or escalated privileges.
Categories
  • Windows
  • Endpoint
Data Sources
  • Process
Created: 2022-08-20