# Overview
The persistent backdoor has enabled MuddyWater to gain unauthorized access to the internal network. There are indicators of lateral movement as the threat actors explore the network.

# Key Findings
- MuddyWater is using legitimate credentials obtained through credential dumping to navigate the network.
- Tools like PsExec and WMI are being leveraged to move laterally between systems.
- Network mapping activities have been observed, likely for reconnaissance purposes.

# Recommendations
- Implement network segmentation to limit movement within the network.
- Enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enhance security of user accounts.
- Monitor for unusual account activity and lock accounts showing suspicious behavior.