T1037.003_network-logon-script

T1037.003 Network Logon Script

Sub-technique of: T1037

High-Level Description

Adversaries may use network logon scripts automatically executed at logon initialization to establish persistence. Network logon scripts can be assigned using Active Directory or Group Policy Objects. These logon scripts run with the privileges of the user they are assigned to. Depending on the systems within the network, initializing one of these scripts could apply to more than one or potentially all systems.

Adversaries may use these scripts to maintain persistence on a network. Depending on the access configuration of the logon scripts, either local credentials or an administrator account may be necessary.

Kill Chain Phase

• Persistence (TA0003)
• Privilege Escalation (TA0004)

Platforms: Windows

What to Check

• Identify if Network Logon Script technique is applicable to target environment
• Check Windows systems for indicators of Network Logon Script
• Verify mitigations are bypassed or absent (1 known mitigations)
• Assess detection coverage (1 detection strategies)

How to Test

Manual Testing

1. Identify Attack Surface: Determine if the target environment is susceptible to Network Logon Script by examining the target platforms (Windows).

2. Assess Existing Defenses: Review whether mitigations for T1037.003 are in place. If defenses are absent or misconfigured, this technique may be exploitable.

3. Execute Test: Use tools and methods described in the MITRE ATT&CK page and external references below.

Note: No Atomic Red Team tests available for this technique. See Atomic Red Team GitHub for updates.

Remediation Guide

M1022 Restrict File and Directory Permissions

Restrict write access to logon scripts to specific administrators.

Detection

Detect Network Logon Script Abuse via Multi-Event Correlation on Windows

Risk Assessment

CWE Categories

References

• Petri Logon Script AD
• Atomic Red Team - T1037.003
• MITRE ATT&CK - T1037.003