Queries the internet cache settings (often used to hide footprints in index.dat or internet cache) Monitors specific registry key for changes Reads information about supported languages Possibly tries to implement anti-virtualization techniquesĪdversaries may interact with the Windows Registry to gather information about the system, configuration, and installed software. Malware, tools, or other non-native files dropped or created on a system by an adversary may leave traces behind as to what was done within a network and how.Īdversaries may check for the presence of a virtual machine environment (VME) or sandbox to avoid potential detection of tools and activities. Software packing is a method of compressing or encrypting an executable. Installs hooks/patches the running processĪdversaries may interact with the Windows Registry to hide configuration information within Registry keys, remove information as part of cleaning up, or as part of other techniques to aid in Persistence and Execution. Windows processes often leverage application programming interface (API) functions to perform tasks that require reusable system resources. Opens the Kernel Security Device Driver (KsecDD) of Windows Loadable Kernel Modules (or LKMs) are pieces of code that can be loaded and unloaded into the kernel upon demand.
