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Eavesdropper

Listen closely, you might hear a password!

Task 1: Download Keys

Hello again, hacker. After uncovering a user Frank's SSH private key, you've broken into a target environment.

Download the SSH private key attached.

Note: If you are using the AttackBox, you can copy and paste the SSH private key using the "Clipboard" icon located on the slide-out tray, as demonstrated by the GIF below:


Answer the questions below

  1. Download the attached file.

Task 2: Find the Flag

You have access under frank, but you want to be root! How can you escalate privileges? If you listen closely, maybe you can uncover something that might help!

Note: Please allow 3-5 minutes for the VM to boot up fully before attempting the challenge.

Answer the questions below

  1. What is the flag in root's home directory?
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Eavesdropper

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Hello again, hacker. After uncovering a user Frank's private key, you've broken into a target environment.

Download the SSH private key attached.

Note: If you are using the AttackBox, you can copy and paste the SSH private key using the "Clipboard" icon located on the slide-out tray, as demonstrated by the GIF below:

A GIF demonstrating using the slide-out tray to copy and paste into the AttackBox

Answer the questions below
Download the attached file.

Set up your virtual environment

To successfully complete this room, you'll need to set up your virtual environment. This involves starting both your AttackBox (if you're not using your VPN) and Lab Machines, ensuring you're equipped with the necessary tools and access to tackle the challenges ahead.
Attacker machine
Status:Off
Lab machine
Status:Off

You have access under frank

, but you want to be root
! How can you escalate privileges? If you listen closely, maybe you can uncover something that might help!

Note: Please allow 3-5 minutes for the to boot up fully before attempting the challenge.

Answer the questions below
What is the flag in root's home directory?