This is the moment of penetration—actually exploiting vulnerabilities to gain access. For attackers, this means stealing data. For ethical hackers, this proves that the vulnerability is real and needs fixing.
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GAINING ACCESS
Gaining access to resources is the whole point of a modern-day attack. The usual goal is to either extract information of value or use the network as a launch site for attacks against other targets.
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Data Extraction
Stealing valuable information
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Launch Pad
Using compromised system to attack others
🔓 SUCCESSFUL EXPLOITATION = ACCESS GRANTED