T1036.001: Invalid Code Signature
Adversaries may attempt to mimic features of valid code signatures to increase the chance of deceiving a user, analyst, or tool. Code signing provides a level of authenticity on a binary from the developer and a guarantee that the binary has not been tampered with. Adversaries can copy the metadata and signature information from a signed program, then use it as a template for an unsigned program. Files with invalid code signatures will fail digital signature validation checks, but they may appear more legitimate to users and security tools may improperly handle these files.
Unlike Code Signing, this activity will not result in a valid signature.
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MaxPatrol SIEM knowledge base
mitre_attck_defense_evasion: PT-CR-934: Masquerading_Microsoft_Signed_Library: An object with metainfo "Microsoft" and status "not signed" was loaded to a process
Detection
ID | DS0022 | Data source and component | File: File Metadata | Description | Collect and analyze signing certificate metadata and check signature validity on software that executes within the environment, look for invalid signatures as well as unusual certificate characteristics and outliers. |
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Mitigation
ID | M1045 | Name | Code Signing | Description | Require signed binaries. |
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