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Driver Attacks

Updated Jan 30, 2024 ·

Driver​

A driver is software that allows the operating system to communicate with hardware devices, enabling the functionality of peripherals such as printers, graphics cards, and network adapters.

Driver Attacks​

Driver attacks exploit vulnerabilities within these drivers to gain unauthorized access or control over a system, potentially leading to data breaches, system instability, and other security issues.

Driver Shimming​

Driver shimming involves inserting a layer of code between the operating system and the driver to intercept and modify its behavior.

  • Used to add compatibility for older drivers or to monitor and log driver activities.
  • Can be exploited to introduce malicious code or alter driver functions.
  • May lead to system instability or unauthorized access.

Driver Refactoring​

Driver refactoring entails modifying the internal structure of driver code without changing its external behavior.

  • Hidden malicious functionalities are added while preserving normal driver operations.
  • Often used to bypass security mechanisms and avoid detection.
  • Makes it challenging to identify malicious changes due to the subtle nature of modifications.