Detectionmediumexperimental
Remote Access Tool - Potential MeshAgent Execution - Windows
Detects potential execution of MeshAgent which is a tool used for remote access. Historical data shows that threat actors rename MeshAgent binary to evade detection. Matching command lines with the '--meshServiceName' argument can indicate that the MeshAgent is being used for remote access.
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Log Source
WindowsProcess Creation
ProductWindows← raw: windows
CategoryProcess Creation← raw: process_creation
Events generated when a new process is spawned on the system. Covers command-line arguments, parent/child relationships, and process metadata.
Detection Logic
Detection Logic1 selector
detection:
selection:
CommandLine|contains: '--meshServiceName'
condition: selectionFalse Positives
Environments that legitimately use MeshAgent
MITRE ATT&CK
Tactics
Other
attack.t1219.002
Rule Metadata
Rule ID
2fbbe9ff-0afc-470b-bdc0-592198339968
Status
experimental
Level
medium
Type
Detection
Created
Mon May 19
Path
rules/windows/process_creation/proc_creation_win_remote_access_tools_meshagent_arguments.yml
Raw Tags
attack.command-and-controlattack.t1219.002