# AWS - Lightsail Persistence

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## Lightsail

For more information check:

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[aws-lightsail-enum.md](../aws-services/aws-lightsail-enum.md)
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### Download Instance SSH keys & DB passwords

They won't be changed probably so just having them is a good option for persistence

### Backdoor Instances

An attacker could get access to the instances and backdoor them:

* Using a traditional **rootkit** for example
* Adding a new **public SSH key**
* Expose a port with port knocking with a backdoor

### DNS persistence

If domains are configured:

* Create a subdomain pointing your IP so you will have a **subdomain takeover**
* Create **SPF** record allowing you to send **emails** from the domain
* Configure the **main domain IP to your own one** and perform a **MitM** from your IP to the legit ones

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