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Glossary › Web Shell
What is Web Shell?
Web shells give attackers persistent control over web servers, enabling data theft, lateral movement, or further exploitation. In TPRM, vendors hosting web applications must demonstrate controls to prevent and detect web shell installation.
FAQs
Why are web shells dangerous?
They provide persistent unauthorized access.
How are web shells detected?
File integrity monitoring and behavioral analysis.
Do outdated servers increase risk?
Yes, unpatched systems are more vulnerable.
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