EarlyCascade is a cutting-edge process injection technique developed by Outflank to evade modern Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems.
This method operates during the early stages of process creation, injecting and executing malicious code before EDRs initialize their user-mode detection measures.
By leveraging the Shim engine and hijacking its callback, EarlyCascade achieves stealthy execution while minimizing detection risks.
g_pfnSE_DllLoaded callback in ntdll.dll. This callback is manipulated to execute malicious code during process initialization without triggering Loader Lock restrictions.g_ShimsEnabled) and callbacks (g_pfnSE_DllLoaded) are located dynamically, and memory is allocated for the shellcode.g_ShimsEnabled to true, and the g_pfnSE_DllLoaded pointer is overwritten with the shellcode address.EarlyCascade represents a significant advancement in evasion techniques, challenging even top-tier EDRs by exploiting timing and reducing suspicious behavior.
Its ability to bypass traditional detection methods highlights the evolving sophistication of adversarial tactics in cybersecurity.
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