Synopsis
Activation Period |
14 Days |
Training Period |
30 Days |
Test Period |
N/A (single event) |
Deduplication Period |
1 Day |
Required Data |
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Detection Modules |
Identity Threat Module |
Detector Tags |
Google Workspace |
ATT&CK Tactic |
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ATT&CK Technique |
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Severity |
Informational |
Description
A Chrome extension was installed or updated by a Google Workspace user.
Attacker's Goals
Adversaries may leverage browser extensions installation to gain Initial Access and Persistence, enabling them to intercept credentials and hijack active web sessions.
Investigative actions
- Review the extension installed, it's OAuth scopes, reputation and permissions.
- Analyze subsequent network traffic from the user's device or browser for connections to newly registered domains.
- Investigate the source IP and identity for previous malicious activity or anomalies.