How Windows Command-line Utility PsExec Can Be Abused To Execute Malicious Code

PsExec represents one of the most contradictory tools in the cybersecurity landscape, a legitimate system administration utility that has become a cornerstone of malicious lateral movement campaigns. Recent threat intelligence reports indicate that PsExec remains among the top five tools used in cyberattacks as of 2025, with ransomware groups like Medusa, LockBit, and Kasseika actively […]

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