privesccheck

Enumerate Windows privilege escalation vectors via PowerShell without administrative privileges.

15|1|Updated Feb 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AeonDave/malskill --skill privesccheck
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Skill: privesccheck
Source: https://github.com/AeonDave/malskill/tree/main/offensive-tools/privilege-escalation/privesccheck
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AeonDave/malskill --skill privesccheck

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the enumeration of common Windows privilege escalation vulnerabilities, providing a structured way to identify potential attack paths.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Enumeration: Checks services, scheduled tasks, registry keys, DLL hijacking, COM hijacking, and stored credentials.
  • Low-Detection Alternative: A pure PowerShell script designed to evade antivirus detection.
  • Use Case: When standard enumeration tools like WinPEAS are blocked, or for a more detailed, human-readable report with remediation advice.

Quick Start

Run the privesccheck skill to perform a standard privilege escalation enumeration.

Frequently Asked Questions about privesccheck

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

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How do I enumerate Windows privilege escalation vectors without administrative privileges?

You can enumerate Windows privilege escalation vectors using a pure PowerShell script that requires PowerShell 2.0+ and no administrative privileges. It checks services, scheduled tasks, registry keys, DLL hijacking, and COM hijacking to identify potential attack paths.

What is a low-detection PowerShell alternative for Windows privilege escalation enumeration?

A low-detection PowerShell alternative is a pure script designed to evade antivirus detection while enumerating privilege escalation vulnerabilities. It provides a structured method to identify attack paths when standard enumeration tools are blocked by security software.

How do I check Windows services and registry for privilege escalation vulnerabilities?

To check Windows services and registry for privilege escalation vulnerabilities, run an enumeration script that scans services, scheduled tasks, registry keys, and stored credentials. This process identifies misconfigurations and potential attack paths for remediation.

Does this Windows privilege escalation enumeration tool work without admin rights?

Yes, this Windows privilege escalation enumeration tool works without admin rights. It specifically requires only PowerShell 2.0+ and no administrative privileges to execute checks for DLL hijacking, COM hijacking, and service vulnerabilities.

What is the best way to find DLL hijacking and COM hijacking vulnerabilities on Windows?

The best way to find DLL hijacking and COM hijacking vulnerabilities is using a comprehensive PowerShell enumeration script. It targets these specific vectors alongside services and scheduled tasks to produce a human-readable report with remediation advice.

Why use a pure PowerShell script for privilege escalation enumeration instead of standard tools?

You would use a pure PowerShell script for privilege escalation enumeration when standard tools like WinPEAS are blocked by antivirus. This approach offers low-detection enumeration and generates a detailed, human-readable report with remediation advice.