Unusual File Created by Notepad++ Updater Gup.EXE (via file_event)

This rule detects when the Notepad++ updater (gup.exe) generates files in anomalous or uncommon locations. This could indicate potential exploitation of the updater component to deliver unwanted malware or unwarranted files.

SigmahighWindowsv1
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Known false positives

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Detection content is published as a reviewed draft. Tune thresholds and exclusions against your own telemetry before enabling this rule for alerting.