

Malware, tools, or other non-native files dropped or created on a system by an adversary may leave traces behind as to what was done within a network and how.Ĭode signing provides a level of authenticity on a binary from the developer and a guarantee that the binary has not been tampered with.

Scans for the windows taskbar (may be used for explorer injection)įound a string that may be used as part of an injection method Process injection is a method of executing arbitrary code in the address space of a separate live process. Opens the Kernel Security Device Driver (KsecDD) of Windows Loadable Kernel Modules (or LKMs) are pieces of code that can be loaded and unloaded into the kernel upon demand. Installs hooks/patches the running process Windows processes often leverage application programming interface (API) functions to perform tasks that require reusable system resources. Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) is a Windows administration feature that provides a uniform environment for local and remote access to Windows system components.Įxecutes WMI queries known to be used for VM detection

Adversaries may execute a binary, command, or script via a method that interacts with Windows services, such as the Service Control Manager.Ĭontains ability to open/control a service
