In this recipe, we will establish a connection to a remote Windows computer. We will then bypass User Account Control (UAC) to gain elevated permissions. The UAC is part of windows attempt to harden itself from remote attack by prompting the user to confirm potential escalated privileges requests.
Remotely bypassing Windows UAC
Getting ready
Let's ensure the following prerequisites:
- Your Kali Linux VM is powered up and you are logged in as root
- Your Windows XP VM is powered up
How to do it...
We will remotely bypass Windows UAC to elevate privileges:
- Validate...