| name | T1544_ingress-tool-transfer |
| description | Adversaries may transfer tools or other files from an external system onto a compromised device to facilitate follow-on actions. |
| category | configuration |
| version | 18.1 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["mitre-attack","mobile","t1544","command-and-control","android","ios"] |
| technique_id | T1544 |
| tactic | command-and-control |
| all_tactics | ["command-and-control"] |
| platforms | ["Android","iOS"] |
| mitre_url | https://attack.mitre.org/techniques/T1544 |
| tech_stack | ["android","ios"] |
| cwe_ids | ["CWE-300"] |
| chains_with | [] |
| prerequisites | [] |
| severity_boost | {} |
T1544 Ingress Tool Transfer
High-Level Description
Adversaries may transfer tools or other files from an external system onto a compromised device to facilitate follow-on actions. Files may be copied from an external adversary-controlled system through the command and control channel or through alternate protocols with another tool such as FTP.
Kill Chain Phase
- Command and Control (TA0037)
Platforms: Android, iOS
What to Check
How to Test
Identify Attack Surface
Determine if the target mobile environment is susceptible to Ingress Tool Transfer by examining the target platforms (Android, iOS).
Assess Existing Defenses
Review whether mitigations for T1544 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 Ingress Tool Transfer
Risk Assessment
| Finding | Severity | Impact |
|---|
| Ingress Tool Transfer technique applicable | Low | Command And Control |
CWE Categories
| CWE ID | Title |
|---|
| CWE-300 | Channel Accessible by Non-Endpoint |
References
