Detectionlowexperimental
QuickAssist Execution
Detects the execution of Microsoft Quick Assist tool "QuickAssist.exe". This utility can be used by attackers to gain 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:
Image|endswith: '\QuickAssist.exe'
condition: selectionFalse Positives
Legitimate use of Quick Assist in the environment.
MITRE ATT&CK
Tactics
Other
attack.t1219.002
Rule Metadata
Rule ID
e20b5b14-ce93-4230-88af-981983ef6e74
Status
experimental
Level
low
Type
Detection
Created
Thu Dec 19
Author
Path
rules/windows/process_creation/proc_creation_win_quickassist_execution.yml
Raw Tags
attack.command-and-controlattack.t1219.002