Real-Time Conflict

Eventually there comes a time in these attack and defense operations when you find yourself active on the same machine as an aggressor or defender. Perhaps a defender has homed in on the attacker and made the mistake of revealing both actors are on the same machine, at the same time. This chapter will provide techniques for when two hostile parties become aware of each other on the same machine. It will show quick and decisive actions you can use to gain the advantage in this situation, as either an attacker who spies on the defender or as the defender with ultimate control over the situation. In this chapter, we will examine techniques to restrict, block, or even exploit other users on the same machine for more information.

As an operator, we never really want to engage the opposition directly, rather we want to leverage our advantage over them by remaining hidden, as we have seen in previous chapters. Regardless, sometimes your hand is forced, and you find...