From c751ded2797d8e427f0e7f7bcfb7edd00ef1c3fa Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Andrea Bocchetti Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2025 20:32:56 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] Update README.md --- README.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index b015711..22358fe 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ ## Overview -**Thread Pool Timer Process Injection** is a technique that leverages the Windows thread pool infrastructure to execute shellcode. By combining traditional DLL injection with the `CreateThreadpoolTimer` API, this method enables in-memory code execution through legitimate system-managed threads—potentially bypassing many modern detection mechanisms. +**Thread Pool Timer Process Injection** is a technique that leverages the Windows thread pool to execute shellcode. Using the classic DLL injection with CreateThreadpoolTimer to run shellcode in-memory using legit system threads, stealthy, and likely to slip past modern defenses This approach introduces a stealthy execution vector that avoids classic API hooks such as `CreateRemoteThread`, `NtCreateThreadEx`, and APCs, making it highly attractive for red team operations and malware research.