Description: Escalation techniques are methods used by attackers to gain higher privileges on a computer system. These techniques are fundamental in the context of cybersecurity, as they allow an attacker who has gained access to a system with limited credentials to elevate their access level to perform actions that would normally be restricted. Escalation can be vertical, where a user gains privileges from a higher level, or horizontal, where access is obtained to other users’ accounts with the same privilege level. Escalation techniques may include exploiting vulnerabilities in software, manipulating security configurations, or using stolen credentials. The relevance of these techniques lies in their ability to compromise the integrity and confidentiality of systems, potentially leading to the loss of sensitive data and disruption of critical services. In the Red Team vs Blue Team arena, privilege escalation is a crucial aspect that Red teams must master to simulate effective attacks, while Blue teams must be prepared to detect and mitigate these escalation attempts.
