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T1005 · collection · 42 actors · 11 correlated reports

Data from Local System

Adversaries may search local system sources, such as file systems and configuration files or local databases, to find files of interest and sensitive data prior to Exfiltration. Adversaries may do this using a Command and Scripting Interpreter, such as cmd as well as a Network Device CLI, which have functionality to interact with the file system to gather information. Adversaries may also use Automated Collection on the local system.

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Detection logic

Monitor processes and command-line arguments for actions that could be taken to collect files from a system. Remote access tools with built-in features may interact directly with the Windows API to gather data. Further, Network Device CLI commands may also be used to collect files such as configuration files with built-in features native to the network device platform. Monitor CLI activity for unexpected or unauthorized use commands being run by non-standard users from non-standard locations. Data may also be acquired through Windows system management tools such as Windows Management Instrumentation and PowerShell. For network infrastructure devices, collect AAA logging to monitor `show` commands that view configuration files.

Observed actors

Correlated CTI and IR reports

Cyber Knowledge context

Use these routes to move from the ATT&CK behavior into explanation, implementation, evidence handling, validation, and defensive operations. Relevance is generated from explicit identifiers/names and governed topic mappings; it is not attribution evidence.

MITRE mitigations

M1057 · Data Loss Prevention

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) involves implementing strategies and technologies to identify, categorize, monitor, and control the movement of sensitive data within an organization. This includes protecting data formats indicative of Personally Identifiable Information (PII), intellectual property, or financial data from unauthorized access, transmission, or exfiltration. DLP solutions integrate with network, endpoint, and cloud platforms to enforce security policies and prevent accidental or malicious data leaks. (Citation: PurpleSec Data Loss Prevention) This mitigation can be implemented through the following measures: Sensitive Data Categorization: - Use Case: Identify and classify data based on sensitivity (e.g., PII, financial data, trade secrets). - Implementation: Use DLP solutions to scan and tag files containing sensitive information using predefined patterns, such as Social Secur…

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MITRE detection strategies and analytics

DET0380 · Detection of Local Data Collection Prior to Exfiltration
  • AN1070 · Analytic 1070 — Adversaries collecting local files via PowerShell, WMI, or direct file API calls often include recursive file listings, targeted file reads, and temporary file staging.
  • AN1071 · Analytic 1071 — Adversaries using bash scripts or tools to recursively enumerate user home directories, config files, or SSH keys.
  • AN1072 · Analytic 1072 — Adversary use of bash/zsh or AppleScript to locate files and exfil targets like user keychains or documents.
  • AN1073 · Analytic 1073 — Collection of device configuration via CLI commands (e.g., `show running-config`, `copy flash`, `more`), often followed by TFTP/SCP transfers.
  • AN1074 · Analytic 1074 — Adversaries accessing datastore or configuration files via `vim-cmd`, `esxcli`, or SCP to extract logs, VMs, or host configurations.
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