Remote access

netrc Credentials

netrc files can store machine, login, password, and account entries used by command-line network clients.

Metadata

  • id: remote-access.netrc
  • category: remote-access
  • sensitivity: high
  • artifact types: credential, configuration
  • tags: netrc

Path Matchers

PathKindPlatforms
%USERPROFILE%\.netrcfilewindows
$HOME/.netrcfilelinux, macos

Content Indicators

Literal strings:

  • machine
  • login
  • password

Credential Types

  • password

Impact

  • credential_access
  • remote_access

References

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