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Windows Cisco Secure Endpoint Uninstall Immunet Service Via Sfc

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Summary
This detection rule identifies the potential uninstallation of the Cisco Secure Endpoint protection service via the Windows `sfc.exe` utility, specifically when executed with the `-u` parameter. This command-line flag allows users to uninstall components of the Cisco Secure Endpoint, which could signify an attempt to disable endpoint security measures, leaving the system more vulnerable to attacks. The rule utilizes telemetry data from endpoint monitoring solutions (EDR), focusing on command-line executions that indicate an active effort to tamper with security configurations. The detection logic explicitly filters for the `sfc.exe` executions with the `-u` option, while excluding legitimate system processes, thus narrowing down the potential indicators of compromise. Identifying use of this utility in this context may help prevent further exploitation by ensuring that any removal of security software is duly investigated.
Categories
  • Endpoint
Data Sources
  • Windows Registry
  • Windows Registry
  • Process
ATT&CK Techniques
  • T1562.001
Created: 2025-02-19