Definition
A Reverse Shell is a type of shell session initiated from a compromised target machine back to an attacker's command-and-control server, bypassing inbound firewall restrictions that would block direct connections to the target.
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Command and Control
Command and Control (C2 or C&C) refers to the infrastructure and communication channels that attackers use to remotely manage compromised systems, issue commands, exfiltrate data, and maintain persistence within a victim's network.
Malware
Malware (malicious software) is any software intentionally designed to cause damage to a computer, server, client, or network. Common types include viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, spyware, adware, and rootkits.
Lateral Movement
Lateral Movement refers to the techniques attackers use to progressively move through a network after initial compromise, seeking to expand their access to additional systems, accounts, and sensitive data.
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