T1588: Obtain Capabilities

Data from MITRE ATT&CK®:

Adversaries may buy and/or steal capabilities that can be used during targeting. Rather than developing their own capabilities in-house, adversaries may purchase, freely download, or steal them. Activities may include the acquisition of malware, software (including licenses), exploits, certificates, and information relating to vulnerabilities. Adversaries may obtain capabilities to support their operations throughout numerous phases of the adversary lifecycle.

In addition to downloading free malware, software, and exploits from the internet, adversaries may purchase these capabilities from third-party entities. Third-party entities can include technology companies that specialize in malware and exploits, criminal marketplaces, or from individuals.(Citation: NationsBuying)(Citation: PegasusCitizenLab)

In addition to purchasing capabilities, adversaries may steal capabilities from third-party entities (including other adversaries). This can include stealing software licenses, malware, SSL/TLS and code-signing certificates, or raiding closed databases of vulnerabilities or exploits.(Citation: DiginotarCompromise)

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Pre-compromise

This category is used for any applicable mitigation activities that apply to techniques occurring before an adversary gains Initial Access, such as Reconnaissance and Resource Development techniques.

Response Content (Internet Scan)

Logged network traffic in response to a scan showing both protocol header and body values

Malware Content (Malware Repository)

Code, strings, and other signatures that compromise a malicious payload

Malware Metadata (Malware Repository)

Contextual data about a malicious payload, such as compilation times, file hashes, as well as watermarks or other identifiable configuration information

Certificate Registration (Certificate)

Queried or logged information highlighting current and expired digital certificates (ex: Certificate transparency)

Relevant Anti-Virus Signature Keywords In Application Log

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Antivirus Relevant File Paths Alerts

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