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7Zip Compressing Dump Files

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Summary
This rule detects the execution of the 7-Zip program (7z) when it is utilized to compress 'dump' files, indicated by the file extensions '.dmp' or '.dump'. Such a process is often considered a precursor to the exfiltration of sensitive information from a compromised system, as dump files can contain crucial data about the state of applications and system processes. The detection relies on monitoring process creation events within a Windows environment and specifically looks for command lines that mention these file extensions along with the presence of known 7-Zip executable files. The rule accounts for potential legitimate uses of 7-Zip through established false positive conditions, such as regular compression activities for debugging or error reporting purposes.
Categories
  • Windows
  • Endpoint
Data Sources
  • Process
Created: 2022-09-27