
Summary
This detection rule targets the use of the BusyBox utility combined with 'sh' and 'sudo' commands on Linux systems, which may indicate potential privilege escalation attempts. BusyBox is a multi-call binary that provides several stripped-down Unix utilities in a single executable, often used in embedded Linux systems. The execution of BusyBox with elevated privileges can pose significant security risks, as it might allow unauthorized users to bypass standard controls and execute arbitrary commands with root privileges. The analytic relies on Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) data to monitor process creation events for busybox execution under specific command conditions. The analysis draws from Sysmon event data to track incidents and is critical for maintaining endpoint security by detecting suspicious activity in real-time. Potential malicious use can lead to system compromise and persistence for an attacker if executed successfully.
Categories
- Linux
- Endpoint
Data Sources
- Process
- File
ATT&CK Techniques
- T1548.003
- T1548
Created: 2024-11-13