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Cloud Threat Landscape

User Account Control

Type
Host Security
D3FEND Tactic
Execution Isolation (D3-EI)
TL;DR

Requires admin approval for system changes.

Description

A security feature that helps prevent unauthorized changes to a system by requiring administrative approval for actions that could affect system stability or security.

Techniques
Cluster anonymous accessAbuse trust and privileges across accountsIAM privilege escalation

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Last Updated: April 3, 2025