Backdoor
Windows
Pen testing
Covenant
Covenant
Covenant is a .NET-based command-and-control (C2) framework used in penetration testing and offensive operations. It supports GUI, API, and plugin-driven exploitation.
Known Variants
Known Variants
No major variants reported but widely adapted by attackers for stealth and persistence.
No major variants reported but widely adapted by attackers for stealth and persistence.
Mitigation Strategies
Mitigation Strategies
Block unauthorized access to C2 frameworks, monitor network traffic for C2 communications, and enforce strong access controls.
Targeted Industries or Sectors
Targeted Industries or Sectors
Frequently used in enterprise environments for both legitimate and malicious purposes.
Frequently used in enterprise environments for both legitimate and malicious purposes.
Associated Threat Actors
Associated Threat Actors
Exploited by ethical hackers and cybercriminals for advanced operations.
Exploited by ethical hackers and cybercriminals for advanced operations.
References
Threat Hunting Platform - Hunt.io
Products
Hunt Intelligence, Inc.
Threat Hunting Platform - Hunt.io
Products
Hunt Intelligence, Inc.
Threat Hunting Platform - Hunt.io
Products
Hunt Intelligence, Inc.