Adversary simulation traffic to a benign destination
Description
AlphaSOC detected network traffic consistent with adversary simulation tools. This traffic mimics real-world attack patterns and is used for security awareness training and to test security controls.
Impact
Adversary simulation tools activity outside of authorized testing windows could indicate unauthenticated security testing or malicious activity masquerading as test traffic. This could lead to system compromise, data breach, or network disruption if the traffic represents genuine malicious activity.
Severity
| Severity | Condition |
|---|---|
Informational | Traffic to a benign destination |
Investigation and Remediation
Investigate the source of the simulation traffic to determine if it's part of authorized testing. Verify the timing and scope of any scheduled security exercises. If unauthorized, isolate the source system and conduct a thorough analysis to determine if it's a misconfiguration or a potential compromise. Review logs to identify any actions taken by the simulation tools.
Known False Positives
- Authorized penetration testing or red team exercises in progress
- Automated security tools or misconfigured security software generating simulation traffic