Description: Local exploitation is a type of cyber attack that requires physical or local access to the target system to be carried out. Unlike vulnerabilities that can be exploited remotely, local exploits typically involve the attacker already having some level of access to the system, whether through valid credentials, physical access to the device, or by executing code in a controlled environment. This type of exploitation relies on identifying and leveraging vulnerabilities in the software or system configuration that can be manipulated once the attacker has gained entry into the system. Key characteristics of local exploitation include the ability to escalate privileges, access sensitive data, and execute commands on the affected system. The relevance of this type of exploitation lies in the fact that systems are often configured in such a way that allows users with local access to perform actions that could compromise the overall security of the system. Therefore, local exploitation is a critical aspect of penetration testing, where security experts seek to identify and mitigate these vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious attackers.
