Cross-source coverage

T1588.002 / ATT&CK

Obtain Capabilities: Tool

12 rules across 2 sources.

1 atomic-IOC hidden · include

From MITRE ATT&CK 19.2

Adversaries may buy, steal, or download software tools that can be used during targeting. Tools can be open or closed source, free or commercial. A tool can be used for malicious purposes by an adversary, but (unlike malware) were not intended to be used for those purposes (ex: PsExec).

Adversaries may obtain tools to support their operations, including to support execution of post-compromise behaviors. Tools may also be leveraged for testing – for example, evaluating malware against commercial antivirus or endpoint detection and response (EDR) applications.

Tool acquisition may involve the procurement of commercial software licenses, including for red teaming tools such as Cobalt Strike. In addition to freely downloading or purchasing software, adversaries may steal software and/or software licenses from third-party entities (including other adversaries). Threat actors may also crack trial versions of software.

Platforms
PRE
Telemetry
Malware Repository

How MITRE says to detect it DET0852

Detection of Tool

PRE Analytic 1984

Monitor for contextual data about a malicious payload, such as compilation times, file hashes, as well as watermarks or other identifiable configuration information. In some cases, malware repositories can also be used to identify features of tool use associated with an adversary, such as watermarks in [Cobalt Strike](https://attack.mitre.org/software/S0154) payloads. Much of this activity will take place outside the visibility of the target organization, making detection of this behavior difficult. Detection efforts may be focused on post-compromise phases of the adversary lifecycle.

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SigmaHQ/sigma

8 rules
Detection Severity Format
Hacktool Execution - PE Metadata High Sigma
Renamed SysInternals DebugView Execution High Sigma
Suspicious Execution Of Renamed Sysinternals Tools - Registry High Sigma
Usage of Renamed Sysinternals Tools - RegistrySet High Sigma
PUA - Sysinternals Tools Execution - Registry Medium Sigma
Suspicious Keyboard Layout Load Medium Sigma
Potential Execution of Sysinternals Tools Low Sigma
PUA - Sysinternal Tool Execution - Registry Low Sigma

splunk/security_content

4 rules
Detection Severity Format
Cisco Secure Firewall - Connection to File Sharing Domain Undefined SPL
Windows NirSoft AdvancedRun Undefined SPL
Windows NirSoft Tool Bundle File Created Undefined SPL
Windows NirSoft Utilities Undefined SPL

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