post-exploit-linux

Plan and execute Linux post-exploitation workflows from initial access through privilege escalation.

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npx skills add https://github.com/wgpsec/AboutSecurity --skill post-exploit-linux
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Skill: post-exploit-linux
Source: https://github.com/wgpsec/AboutSecurity/tree/main/skills/postexploit/post-exploit-linux
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wgpsec/AboutSecurity --skill post-exploit-linux

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Plan and execute a Linux post-exploitation workflow from initial access through privilege escalation and credential harvesting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Information gathering and system reconnaissance after shell access
  • Privilege escalation planning, credential discovery, and lateral-movement planning
  • Real-world scenarios across on-prem and cloud environments

Quick Start

Initiate the end-to-end Linux post-exploitation workflow immediately to start information gathering and escalation.

Frequently Asked Questions about post-exploit-linux

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What is the best way to plan a Linux post-exploitation workflow after getting a shell?

Linux privilege escalation is planned using a decision-tree driven sequence that evaluates system reconnaissance data. This process identifies escalation vectors and references payloads to elevate privileges from an initial shell on the target host.

How do I harvest credentials and prepare for lateral movement on a Linux host?

You harvest credentials and prepare for lateral movement by executing the post-exploitation workflow's defined decision points after information gathering. This sequence covers credential discovery and lateral movement planning across Linux on-prem or cloud environments.

Does this post-exploitation workflow support both on-prem and cloud Linux environments?

Yes, the post-exploitation workflow supports real-world scenarios across both on-prem and cloud Linux environments. It handles information gathering, sensitive data discovery, and lateral movement preparation regardless of the deployment context.

Can I benchmark the effectiveness of privilege escalation and credential harvesting techniques?

Yes, you can evaluate effectiveness using optional benchmarking features built into the post-exploitation workflow. This allows you to measure the success of your privilege escalation and credential harvesting steps during the decision-tree driven sequence.