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T1005 Data from Local System

Adversaries may search local system sources, such as file systems, configuration files, local databases, virtual machine files, or process memory, to find files of interest and sensitive data prior to Exfiltration.

Adversaries may do this using a Command and Scripting Interpreter, such as cmd as well as a Network Device CLI, which have functionality to interact with the file system to gather information.(Citation: show_run_config_cmd_cisco) Adversaries may also use Automated Collection on the local system.

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CIS Controls Mappings

Capability ID Capability Description Mapping Type ATT&CK ID ATT&CK Name Notes
CIS-4.11 Enforce Remote Wipe Capability on Portable End-User Devices mitigates T1005 Data from Local System
Comments
A successful remote wipe removes enterprise files, local databases, cached content, and other managed data before an adversary with possession of the device can collect it.
References
    CIS-3.5 Securely Dispose of Data mitigates T1005 Data from Local System
    Comments
    Secure disposal reduces residual sensitive files on endpoints and servers that an adversary could later collect from local storage.
    References
    1. https://cas.docs.cisecurity.org/en/latest/source/Controls3/
    CIS-3.11 Encrypt Sensitive Data At Rest mitigates T1005 Data from Local System
    Comments
    Encryption at rest directly reduces usability of stolen or accessed local data.
    References
    1. https://cas.docs.cisecurity.org/en/latest/source/Controls3/
    CIS-3.6 Encrypt Data on End-User Devices mitigates T1005 Data from Local System
    Comments
    Encryption on endpoints reduces the value of locally collected data and raises the bar for simple exfiltration after collection.
    References
    1. https://cas.docs.cisecurity.org/en/latest/source/Controls3/
    CIS-3.3 Configure Data Access Control Lists mitigates T1005 Data from Local System
    Comments
    The control either restricts, detects, hardens against, or increases visibility into the adversary behavior associated with this technique. The control reduces unauthorized access opportunities and raises the difficulty of account misuse.
    References
    1. https://cas.docs.cisecurity.org/en/latest/source/Controls3/

    VERIS Mappings

    Capability ID Capability Description Mapping Type ATT&CK ID ATT&CK Name Notes
    action.malware.variety.Capture stored data Capture data stored on system disk related-to T1005 Data from Local System
    attribute.confidentiality.data_disclosure Confirmed or potential data disclosure related-to T1005 Data from Local System