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Windows Level RMM Watchdog Task Created

Detects the watchdog task created when Level is installed. Level is a commercial remote management tool from Level.io. Remote management tools, when used for legitimate purposes, can help IT professionals and system…

Description

Detects the watchdog task created when Level is installed. Level is a commercial remote management tool from Level.io. Remote management tools, when used for legitimate purposes, can help IT professionals and system administrators remotely access and manage computer systems. However, threat actors may exploit these tools for malicious purposes. It can be used to maintain persistence and execution on a host by a malicious actor.

Detection logic

Detection requirements

Platform
ContainersESXiLinuxmacOSNetwork DevicesWindows

The rule states no platform. This is derived from the 2 ATT&CK techniques it maps to.

Log source category
windows_event_log_security_4698

Known benign triggers

  • Legitimate IT professionals and system administrators may use Level remote management tools for authorized access and maintenance. Filter alerts for approved remote management software to reduce false positives.

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