> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://hacking-notes.jord4n.pro/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://hacking-notes.jord4n.pro/privesc/user-groups.md). # User Groups Linux local group privilege escalation notes for docker, lxd, adm, proxy, logs, host rules, and container abuse. Dangerous local group memberships can expose privileged resources without requiring a kernel exploit. Groups such as docker, lxd, adm, or proxy may grant host control, sensitive log access, or configuration paths useful for lateral movement and root escalation. ## Methodology * Run `id` and `groups` to identify privileged local memberships. * Map each group to the resource it exposes, such as Docker sockets, LXD containers, logs, or proxy configuration. * Exploit only the confirmed group path and keep command output for reporting. ## Quick Checks ```bash id groups ``` ## Docker Group Quick Path Membership in the `docker` group often grants root-equivalent control over the host because containers can mount the host filesystem. ```bash id docker run -it --rm -v /:/mnt alpine chroot /mnt sh ```

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docker Group Abuse

User Group (Docker) notes for Linux privilege escalation, with enumeration steps, exploitation examples, and reporting-focused validation.docker Group Abuse - Linux Privilege Escalation

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adm Group Log Access

User Group (adm) notes for Linux privilege escalation, with enumeration steps, exploitation examples, and reporting-focused validation.adm Group Log Access - Linux Privilege Escalation

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lxd Group Abuse

User Group (lxd) notes for Linux privilege escalation, with enumeration steps, exploitation examples, and reporting-focused validation.lxd Group Abuse - Linux Privilege Escalation

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proxy Group Abuse

User Group (proxy) notes for Linux privilege escalation, with enumeration steps, exploitation examples, and reporting-focused validation.proxy Group Abuse - Linux Privilege Escalation
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