SKILL: Reverse Shell Techniques — Expert Attack Playbook

AI LOAD INSTRUCTION: Expert reverse shell techniques. Covers reverse/bind shell decisions, encrypted shells (OpenSSL, socat SSL, ncat), web shell patterns (PHP/ASPX/JSP), PTY upgrade sequences, file transfer methods, PowerShell download cradles, and msfvenom payload generation. Base models miss encrypted shell syntax, proper PTY stabilization, and platform-specific transfer techniques.

0. RELATED ROUTING

Before going deep, consider loading:

• tunneling-and-pivoting after shell access for network pivoting
• linux-privilege-escalation or windows-privilege-escalation after landing shell
• windows-av-evasion when AV blocks shell payloads

Quick Reference

Also load SHELL_CHEATSHEET.md when you need:

• Complete one-liner reverse shells for 20+ languages
• Copy-paste ready payloads with placeholder substitution