Using PowerShell for privilege escalation in Linux
PowerShell, traditionally associated with Windows environments, has expanded its reach to Linux systems with PowerShell Core. While Linux typically relies on native tools and scripting languages such as Bash for privilege escalation, PowerShell on Linux can be a powerful addition to the toolkit of security professionals. This guide will explore how PowerShell can be used for privilege escalation on Linux through various techniques and examples.
Checking the current user’s privileges
Before attempting privilege escalation, it’s essential to understand the current user’s privileges. PowerShell on Linux can retrieve information about the current user:
# Check current user's privileges whoami
This simple command provides the current user’s username, allowing initial insight into their privileges.
Enumerating local groups and users
Identifying local groups and users is a crucial step in...
