cyberstrikeus T1406.001 Steganography
Sub-technique of: T1406
High-Level Description
Adversaries may use steganography techniques in order to prevent the detection of hidden information. Steganographic techniques can be used to hide data in digital media such as images, audio tracks, video clips, or text files.
Kill Chain Phase
- Defense Evasion (TA0030)
Platforms: Android
What to Check
- Identify if Steganography technique is applicable to target mobile environment
- Check Android devices for indicators of Steganography
- Assess detection coverage (1 detection strategies)
How to Test
Identify Attack Surface
Determine if the target mobile environment is susceptible to Steganography by examining the target platforms (Android).
Assess Existing Defenses
Review whether mitigations for T1406.001 are in place. If defenses are absent or misconfigured, this technique may be exploitable.
Remediation Guide
No specific mitigations documented for this technique.
Detection
Detection of Steganography
Risk Assessment
| Finding | Severity | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Steganography technique applicable | Low | Defense Evasion |
CWE Categories
| CWE ID | Title |
|---|---|
| CWE-693 | Protection Mechanism Failure |