
Summary
The rule 'Suspicious VSFTPD Error Messages' is designed to detect specific error messages generated by the VSFTPD (Very Secure FTP Daemon) service, which indicate potential exploitation attempts or suspicious activities. These error messages may not only be symptoms of operational issues but can also signal attempts by an attacker to manipulate or exploit the server. This rule leverages a list of predefined keywords that correspond to error messages commonly associated with such exploitation tactics. By monitoring these keywords, security systems can flag anomalous behaviors and take necessary measures to investigate or mitigate potential threats. The rule specifically focuses on conditions such as too many simultaneous connections, denial of service messages, improper file or directory handling, and various syscall errors, which are critical in identifying malicious interactions with the VSFTPD service.
Categories
- Linux
- Endpoint
- Infrastructure
Data Sources
- Logon Session
- Process
- Application Log
Created: 2017-07-05