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HackTool - SILENTTRINITY Stager DLL Load

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Summary
This detection rule aims to identify malicious activities related to the loading of the SILENTTRINITY stager DLL on Windows systems. SILENTTRINITY is a post-exploitation tool that uses both C# and Python and is primarily used for command and control (C2) communications. The detection utilizes the 'image_load' log source from Windows, focusing specifically on instances where the description of the DLL loaded contains the string 'st2stager'. This indicates the potential use of SILENTTRINITY for nefarious purposes. The rule is categorized under high-level detections due to the sophistication of the threat and the potential impact on the target system. Essentially, if a DLL with the specified description is detected being loaded, this rule will trigger an alert, prompting further investigation into the operation and legitimacy of the loaded DLL. As this type of activity can be indicative of a broader compromise, it is important for defenders to remain vigilant and responsive to such alerts.
Categories
  • Windows
  • Endpoint
Data Sources
  • Process
  • Image
Created: 2019-10-22