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Trusted Resource Exploit

Definition

A Trusted Resource Exploit involves compromising a seemingly reliable system component to gain unauthorized access. This type of security breach occurs when an attacker leverages a vulnerability in a system or service that other components implicitly trust, thereby gaining elevated privileges or access to sensitive data. By subverting a trusted element, the attacker can bypass security controls and execute malicious code or actions across the broader system. Such exploits represent a significant security risk.