Persistence
What is Persistence?
The method of maintaining access to a compromised system even after a reboot or cleanup attempt.
Expanded Explanation
Persistence techniques in ethical hacking simulate what real attackers do to keep their foothold inside a network. Methods include registry modifications, scheduled tasks, services, and startup scripts. Testing for persistence highlights gaps in detection and response.
Related Terms
Backdoor, Post-Exploitation, C2, Rootkit, Defense Evasion
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