TA0007 · DISCOVERY
Cloud Storage Object Discovery
Adversaries may enumerate objects in cloud storage infrastructure. Adversaries may use this information during automated discovery to shape follow-on behaviors, including requesting all or specific objects from cloud storage.
Detect it with
System and network discovery techniques normally occur throughout an operation as an adversary learns the environment.
Why it matters on shift
Cloud Storage Object Discovery is one of the concrete ways adversaries achieve discovery. Recognising it in telemetry lets you name the technique in your ticket and pivot to what came before and after.
What to look for next
After discovery, the next tactic is usually Lateral Movement. Search your telemetry for the transition before closing the ticket.
Kill-chain context