Bind Shell
What is Bind Shell
A type of shell where the target system listens for an incoming connection from the attacker.
Expanded Explanation
In a bind shell, the target system opens a port and waits for the attacker to connect. Once the connection is established, the attacker can issue commands as if they had terminal access. Unlike reverse shells, bind shells require the target to be publicly reachable and often bypass NAT.
Related Terms
Reverse Shell, Shell, Command Execution, Port Forwarding, Listener
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