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Deletion of data on multiple drives using cipher exe

This query checks for attempts to delete data on multiple drives using cipher.exe. This activity is typically done by ransomware to prevent recovery of data after encryption.

Detection logic

Detection requirements

Log source product
microsoftthreatprotection
Log source service
deviceprocessevents

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