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System Log Files

This video describes system log files, which are targeted in Phase 5 of the typical hacking methodology

This video offers a description of system log files, which are files that are targeted in Phase 5 of the typical hacking methodology.

In step 1.9 you were introduced to the five steps hackers follow when trying to breach a network. Phase five of this process is typically when hackers will target your log files. This video focuses on what you will learn about the role of system log files, why they are targeted by hackers, and how hackers may do this.

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