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Windows Unusual File Creation in Confluence Directory

The following analytic detects executable file formats being created within the Confluence main directory. This can be indicative of exploitation of the Confluence web services to stage malware. This won't catch…

Description

The following analytic detects executable file formats being created within the Confluence main directory. This can be indicative of exploitation of the Confluence web services to stage malware. This won't catch adversaries who modify the output location outside the Confluence directory when exploiting.

Detection logic

Detection requirements

Platform
ContainersESXiIaaSLinuxmacOSNetwork DevicesPREWindows

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

Log source category
sysmon_eventid_11

Known benign triggers

  • Some legitimate administrative or development activities may create executable files in the Confluence directory. Review and filter based on approved maintenance processes.

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