Windows

Mark of the Web (MOTW) is a Windows security mechanism that tags files downloaded from the internet to enforce additional protections such as warnings and restricted execution. This SECMONS glossary entry explains how MOTW works, why it matters in real-world exploitation, and how bypasses increase risk.

Ryuk is a targeted ransomware strain publicly associated with high-impact enterprise intrusions, often deployed following credential theft and lateral movement. This SECMONS profile provides structured analysis of Ryuk’s operational patterns, ecosystem relationships, and defensive implications.