
Summary
This detection rule identifies the execution of tools from SecurityXploded, a repository of various hacking tools that can be used for credential dumping and other malicious activities. The rule is designed for Windows environments and focuses on process creation events to flag potentially malicious executions of known tools from this vendor. By specifying filenames associated with SecurityXploded tools, specifically 'PasswordDump.exe', the rule looks for any instances of this executable being run on the system. If such a process is detected, it is flagged as a critical alert due to the potential for credential access abuse. The rule's reliability is bolstered by its criteria for selection, which ensures that only legitimate instances of the SecurityXploded tools are flagged and helps minimize false positive alerts. Security professionals can leverage this rule to maintain vigilance against unauthorized credential access attempts within their networks and respond swiftly to any suspicious activities that may indicate an ongoing attack.
Categories
- Endpoint
- Windows
Data Sources
- Process
Created: 2018-12-19