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# [Trust Issues CTF Writeup: AWS IAM Privilege Escalation](https://ctfs.hashnode.dev/trust-issues-ctf-writeup-aws-iam-privilege-escalation?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn to exploit AWS IAM trust misconfigurations in this CTF walkthrough. Step-by-step guide on privilege escalation, sts:AssumeRole, and S3 data exfiltrati

Jan 1 · 3 min read · ctfs.hashnode.dev  
Updated Jan 4  
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