T0152 - IDE

M1500

Mitigation

Mitigation Verify third-party artifacts and open-source libraries Verify third-party artifacts used in code are trusted and have not been infected by a malicious actor before use.

This can be accomplished, for example, by comparing the checksum of the dependency to its checksum in a trusted source. If a difference arises, this may be a sign that someone interfered and added malicious code. If this dependency is used, it will infect the environment and could end in a massive breach, leaving the organization exposed to data leaks and more.

M1502

Mitigation

Mitigation Define trusted package managers and repositories When pulling a package by name, the package manager might look for it in several package registries, some of which may be untrusted or badly configured.

If the package is pulled from such a registry, there is a higher likelihood that it could prove malicious. In order to avoid this, configure packages to be pulled from trusted package registries.

M1503

Mitigation

Mitigation Implement SCA analysis Component Analysis is the process of identifying potential areas of risk from the use of third-party and open-source software and hardware components.

The best option for implementing SCA analysis is integration of SCA analysis tools into your CI/CD environment in order to scan your source code dependencies before the release.

M1520

Mitigation

Mitigation Use security scanning tools Use security scanning tools to scan build scripts, project files and code repositories for known vulnerabilities, malware, or other security risks.

Mitigation Use security scanning tools Use security scanning tools to scan build scripts, project files and code repositories for known vulnerabilities, malware, or other security risks.

M1521

Mitigation

Mitigation Use containerization Use containerization or virtualization technologies to isolate build environments and prevent malicious code from spreading across multiple projects or systems.

Mitigation Use containerization Use containerization or virtualization technologies to isolate build environments and prevent malicious code from spreading across multiple projects or systems.

D1510

Detection

Detection Implement Intrusion Detection System and anti-malware An intrusion detection system (IDS) is a security tool designed to detect and alert on unauthorized access to a computer system or network.

Implementing intrusion detection systems (IDS) and anti-malware software can help to identify and block malicious activity. IDS is a critical security tool that helps organizations to detect and respond to security incidents in a timely manner. By providing real-time monitoring and analysis of network traffic, IDS can help organizations to stay ahead of potential threats and reduce the risk of a security breach.

D1520

Detection

Detection Implement endpoint detection and response system An endpoint detection and response (EDR) system is a security tool designed to detect and respond to security incidents on endpoints, such as desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices.

There are several reasons why an EDR system is essential for maintaining the security of endpoints: 1. Threat Detection: EDR can detect and alert on a wide range of threats, including malware, ransomware, and other types of attacks that may not be detected by traditional antivirus software. 2. Rapid Incident Response: EDR can help security teams to rapidly detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents on endpoints. EDR systems can provide detailed information about the scope and impact of an attack, enabling security personnel to respond quickly and effectively. 3. Behavioral Analysis: EDR can monitor endpoint behavior to detect and alert on suspicious or anomalous activity. This helps security teams to identify and respond to threats that may be missed by traditional signature-based detection. 4. Endpoint Visibility: EDR provides visibility into endpoint activity, including processes, network connections, and file activity. This helps security teams to identify potential attack vectors and take proactive measures to prevent future incidents.