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ETW Logging Tamper In .NET Processes Via CommandLine

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Summary
This detection rule identifies potential tampering of ETW (Event Tracing for Windows) logging configurations specifically within .NET processes via the CommandLine parameters. The presence of specific environment variables such as 'COMPlus_ETWEnabled' and 'COMPlus_ETWFlags' in the CommandLine can indicate that an adversary is trying to manipulate ETW logging to stop or modify the standard logging of .NET assemblies, potentially to evade detection mechanisms. By monitoring these changes, security tools can raise alerts on suspicious activities that could signify attempts to disable or alter logging features that are essential for threat detection and analysis in .NET applications.
Categories
  • Windows
  • Endpoint
Data Sources
  • Process
  • Command
Created: 2020-05-02