Funhxx17.zip ●

The machine runs a background cron job or script that automatically processes/unzips files placed in certain directories (like /var/www/html/uploads or the FTP upload folder).

Create a symlink to a sensitive file (like /root/root.txt or /etc/shadow ) or a directory. Compress the symlink using the --symlinks flag in zip . Upload it back to the server. FUNHXX17.zip

This machine focuses on insecure file handling and exploitation of automated scripts. The FUNHXX17.zip file is the central piece of the initial exploitation phase. The machine runs a background cron job or

If you used a symlink, you can now read the linked file through the web server. Upload it back to the server

Some versions of this challenge require you to crack the password of FUNHXX17.zip using fcrackzip or john with the rockyou.txt wordlist. The password is often found to be "p@ssword" or similar simple variations. 3. Initial Access Once unzipped by the system:

Depending on the version of the VM you are running, it may be vulnerable to recent Linux kernel exploits.