This analytic detection rule focuses on monitoring the use of Ldifde.exe, a command-line utility prevalent in LDAP directory management. Malicious actors may exploit Ldifde.exe to illicitly create, modify, or delete directory objects, thereby posing a significant risk to directory services. The detection leverages data from Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools, primarily analyzing process execution and command-line parameters associated with Ldifde.exe. Instances where Ldifde.exe is executed with specific command-line arguments signal potentially unauthorized operations, which may lead to privilege escalation or unauthorized data access. The rule aggregates information from various sources such as Sysmon EventID 1 and Windows Event Log Security 4688, providing a comprehensive defense against potential misuse of directory objects. By zooming in on user activity related to this utility, security teams can identify anomalies indicative of threats and respond proactively.