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Windows Recall Feature Enabled - Registry

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Summary
This detection rule identifies when the Windows Recall feature is enabled through registry changes. The Windows Recall feature, which aids in automatic data analysis and retention, can be activated by modifying the registry value of 'DisableAIDataAnalysis' under the path '\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsAI' to '0'. This behavior is significant because adversaries may manipulate this setting as part of their post-exploitation tactics to discover and collect sensitive data from compromised systems. The rule specifically checks whether this setting is being enabled after it has been explicitly disabled. The detection is based on monitoring registry activities, particularly for changes related to the relevant key, to flag potential unauthorized reactivation of the Recall feature.
Categories
  • Endpoint
  • Windows
Data Sources
  • Windows Registry
Created: 2024-06-02