# port\_445\_scanning\_outbound

**Explanation**

The port\_445\_scanning\_outbound NDM is designed to detect scanning for SMB that is exiting the customer's network.

**What to Look For**

To examine the results of the port\_445\_scanning\_outbound event, investigate possible infected endpoints that are exhibiting outbound scanning activity on port 445. Check network traffic for any suspicious activity on this port and review endpoint logs for signs of malware or other security threats. It is important to remediate any identified security issues as soon as possible to protect your network from further attacks.

**Related MITRE ATT\&CK Categories**

[Discovery: Network Service Discovery, Technique T1046 - Enterprise](https://attack.mitre.org/techniques/T1046)

[Reconnaissance: Active Scanning, Technique T1595 - Enterprise](https://attack.mitre.org/techniques/T1595)


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