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Windows BitLockerToGo Process Execution

The following analytic detects BitLockerToGo.exe execution, which has been observed being abused by Lumma stealer malware. The malware leverages this legitimate Windows utility to manipulate registry keys, search for…

Description

The following analytic detects BitLockerToGo.exe execution, which has been observed being abused by Lumma stealer malware. The malware leverages this legitimate Windows utility to manipulate registry keys, search for cryptocurrency wallets and credentials, and exfiltrate sensitive data. This activity is significant because BitLockerToGo.exe provides functionality for viewing, copying, and writing files as well as modifying registry branches - capabilities that the Lumma stealer exploits. However, note that if legitimate use of BitLockerToGo.exe is in the organization, this detection will

Detection logic

Detection requirements

Platform
LinuxmacOSWindows

The rule states no platform. This is derived from the ATT&CK technique it maps to.

Log source category
sysmon_eventid_1windows_event_log_security_4688

Known benign triggers

  • False positives are likely, as BitLockerToGo.exe is a legitimate Windows utility used for managing BitLocker encryption. However, monitor for usage of BitLockerToGo.exe in your environment, tune as needed. If BitLockerToGo.exe is not used in your environment, move to TTP.

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