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Glossary: Threat Vectors: Files, Networks and Endpoints

living off the land (LOTL)

Also written: LOTL, living-off-the-land tools, living-off-the-land

An attacker using tools already on the target system, such as built-in tools or installed admin software, instead of bringing their own malware. It is caught with command-line logs and baselines, not antivirus.

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LOLBin (living-off-the-land binary)built-in toolsbaselineVolt Typhoonfileless malware