Technique

boot root

technique:boot_root Also: boot-root, bootroot

Technique using a bootable USB device to replace a Windows component and obtain elevated command execution through Sticky Keys.

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Direction Predicate Other entity Origin EP
outgoing USES Sticky Keys Explicit 160
incoming USES Greg Linares Explicit 160

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Greg Linares USES boot root

After entering the server room, Greg used boot-root techniques to gain elevated access to the machines.

Explicit Confidence 99% · Greg Linares EP 160 Details

“Went to the server room, and from there, boot-rooted all the machines.”

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boot root USES Sticky Keys

The described boot-root method replaced Sticky Keys with a command shell and used the login-screen shortcut to obtain elevated privileges.

Explicit Confidence 99% · Greg Linares EP 160 Details

“Sticky Keys would be a ideal favorite. So, you replace Sticky Keys with command shell”