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title: "Discussion on \"Post-Exploitation\" | Hashnode"
description: "Discussion on \"Post-Exploitation\". Overview\nWhile the initial stages of a penetration test focus on gaining access to a target system, the post-exploitation phase is equally critical. In this phase, ethical hackers shift their focus towards maintaining access, gathering sensitive info..."
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# [Post-Exploitation](https://cdunroot.hashnode.dev/post-exploitation?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Overview While the initial stages of a penetration test focus on gaining access to a target system, the post-exploitation phase is equally critical. In this phase, ethical hackers shift their focus towards maintaining access, gathering sensitive info...

Sep 18, 2023 · 2 min read · cdunroot.hashnode.dev  
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