| name | T1663_remote-access-software |
| description | Adversaries may use legitimate remote access software, such as `VNC`, `TeamViewer`, `AirDroid`, `AirMirror`, etc., to establish an interactive command and control channel to target mobile devices. |
| category | configuration |
| version | 18.1 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["mitre-attack","mobile","t1663","command-and-control","android","ios"] |
| technique_id | T1663 |
| tactic | command-and-control |
| all_tactics | ["command-and-control"] |
| platforms | ["Android","iOS"] |
| mitre_url | https://attack.mitre.org/techniques/T1663 |
| tech_stack | ["android","ios"] |
| cwe_ids | ["CWE-300"] |
| chains_with | [] |
| prerequisites | [] |
| severity_boost | {} |
T1663 Remote Access Software
High-Level Description
Adversaries may use legitimate remote access software, such as VNC, TeamViewer, AirDroid, AirMirror, etc., to establish an interactive command and control channel to target mobile devices.
Remote access applications may be installed and used post-compromise as an alternate communication channel for redundant access or as a way to establish an interactive remote session with the target device. They may also be used as a component of malware to establish a reverse connection to an adversary-controlled system or service. Installation of remote access tools may also include persistence.
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 Remote Access Software by examining the target platforms (Android, iOS).
Assess Existing Defenses
Review whether mitigations for T1663 are in place. If defenses are absent or misconfigured, this technique may be exploitable.
Remediation Guide
M1012 Enterprise Policy
When devices are enrolled in an EMM/MDM using device owner (iOS) or fully managed (Android) mode, the EMM/MDM can collect a list of installed applications on the device. An administrator can then act on, for example blocking, specific remote access applications from being installed on managed devices.
M1011 User Guidance
Users should be encouraged to be very careful with granting dangerous permissions, such as device administrator or access to device accessibility.
Detection
Detection of Remote Access Software
Risk Assessment
