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Re: Dynamicism Of Windows Registry
From: Neil <neil () voidfx net>
Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2006 00:29:41 +0530
Jason T. Hallahan wrote:
Hello and good day: I have a question. Exactly how dynamic is the Windows Registry? Specifically, if you were somehow able to monitor in real-time the changes made to the registry of a system on your network (HW/SW installation, Processes running, websites visited, etc.) would you be able to thwart an attack by that system (user), or would it be too little information, too late? Thanks for your help. Best regards, Jason
I think that's a fairly subjective question. What is the attack being run? If the attack was a pre-made program/script that was run, I think seeing the registry changes in realtime would not be too helpful (unless you want to try to kill the process or something, in which case I hope you have a quick mouse-finger). On the other hand, if your attacker is just poking around the system for this or that, and trying various things out to secure the box, then perhaps you could to something to shut out the intruder before any harm is done. However, having a record of the registry changes that were made by the attack after the attack would probably be very useful in identifying the damage done, in repairing the system (or judging if it needs to be rebuilt), and probably even in forensics work. And I should mention that there is a tool by SysInternals called RegMon which monitors all registry calls in realtime. -Neil. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- This list is sponsored by: Norwich University EARN A MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION ASSURANCE - ONLINE The NSA has designated Norwich University a center of Academic Excellence in Information Security. Our program offers unparalleled Infosec management education and the case study affords you unmatched consulting experience. Using interactive e-Learning technology, you can earn this esteemed degree, without disrupting your career or home life. http://www.msia.norwich.edu/secfocus ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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