Detectionlowtest

JAMF MDM Execution

Detects execution of the "jamf" binary to create user accounts and run commands. For example, the binary can be abused by attackers on the system in order to bypass security controls or remove application control polices.

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Launch

Jay PanditCreated Tue Aug 22be2e3a5c-9cc7-4d02-842a-68e9cb26ec49macos

Log Source

macOSProcess Creation

ProductmacOS← raw: macos

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:
    selection:
        Image|endswith: '/jamf'
        CommandLine|contains:
            # Note: add or remove commands according to your policy
            - 'createAccount'
            - 'manage'
            - 'removeFramework'
            - 'removeMdmProfile'
            - 'resetPassword'
            - 'setComputerName'
    condition: selection