The concept of lateral movement stems from the understanding that modern networks typically comprise numerous interconnected devices and systems. Once an attacker manages to breach the perimeter security or gains initial access to one machine, their goal is to stealthily navigate through the network, moving laterally from one device to another and progressively escalating their privileges. The objective is to explore and exploit the interconnectedness to find high-value targets, sensitive information, or critical resources.
Article Link: Advanced Detection of Lateral Movement in Modern Networks: Uptycs XDR