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Schedule Task Creation From Env Variable Or Potentially Suspicious Path Via Schtasks.EXE

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Summary
This detection rule identifies the use of the 'schtasks.exe' utility to create scheduled tasks that may point to suspicious folders or utilize environment variables typically associated with malware activities. It specifically focuses on command lines that invoke 'schtasks.exe' with the '/create' argument, while also inspecting the context of the command execution. The rule contains various conditions to help filter legitimate uses and reduce false positives, such as ignoring benign task creations associated with common software installations or updates.
Categories
  • Windows
  • Endpoint
Data Sources
  • Process
  • Application Log
Created: 2022-02-21