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- ID: PV061
- Created: 09th July 2025
- Updated: 09th July 2025
- Platform: Windows
- Contributor: The ITM Team
Disable Snipping Tool, Group Policy
Group Policy can be used to prevent the Snipping Tool from running on a Windows system.
User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Tablet PC > Accessories
then enable “Do not allow Snipping Tool to run”.
Sections
ID | Name | Description |
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PR028 | On-Screen Data Collection | The subject captures or records visual data displayed on their screen, including screenshots and screen recordings to extract sensitive or proprietary information. These actions are typically performed prior to an exfiltration infringement and serve as a method of data collection.
It is often used in contexts where the subject either lacks download privileges, seeks to avoid triggering detection systems, or wishes to discreetly capture transient data (e.g., internal dashboards, chat transcripts, or system output not written to disk). |
PR028.002 | Capture via Screen Recording | The subject initiates a screen recording session to continuously capture visual activity on their workstation. Unlike isolated screenshots, screen recordings provide a persistent visual record that may include system navigation, data access patterns, command execution, or user interactions with sensitive tools and content.
Screen recordings are commonly used to circumvent restrictions on file downloads, printing, or copy-paste functionality. They allow subjects to preserve dynamic content, such as chat conversations and video meetings, that may not be available later or that are heavily monitored in other forms. The resulting files are often compressed and exported in standard formats (e.g., .mp4, .mov) and may be exfiltrated at a later time.
Subjects may use operating system–native tools (e.g., Xbox Game Bar on Windows, QuickTime on macOS) or third-party utilities (e.g., OBS Studio, Snagit, Loom) to conduct these recordings. Because many of these tools are not considered malicious, their use may not be flagged unless specifically configured for detection. |
PR028.001 | Capture via Screenshot | The subject uses built-in or third-party tools to capture screenshots of sensitive data displayed on the screen. This may include financial records, source code, client information, internal chat transcripts, access credentials, or proprietary interfaces. Screenshot capture is often used as a low-friction means of data retention or transfer, especially in environments where traditional download or export functions are blocked, monitored, or leave visible artifacts. |