Uncommon driver loaded

Cortex XDR Analytics Alert Reference by Alert name

Product
Cortex XDR
Last date published
2025-04-21
Category
Analytics Alert Reference
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Synopsis

Activation Period

14 Days

Training Period

30 Days

Test Period

N/A (single event)

Deduplication Period

1 Day

Required Data

  • Requires:
    • XDR Agent

Detection Modules

Detector Tags

ATT&CK Tactic

Defense Evasion (TA0005)

ATT&CK Technique

Rootkit (T1014)

Severity

Informational

Description

An uncommon driver loaded.

Attacker's Goals

Gaining kernel-level to gain full control over the machine or disable security products.

Investigative actions

Investigate which process created the driver or how it has been loaded.