By default, modern Windows operating systems operate under the principle of least privilege, meaning applications run with standard user permissions even if the logged-in user is an administrator. This report examines the mechanics, use cases, and security implications of this feature. 🛠️ Mechanism of Action
: Installing new hardware drivers or low-level software that binds tightly with the operating system. Run as Administrator
: Applications can read and write only to user-specific directories and cannot modify critical operating system files. By default, modern Windows operating systems operate under
: Attackers often exploit software running as an administrator to gain unauthorized system access. For instance, opening a file dialog from an elevated application (like Notepad running as admin) can allow an attacker to launch an elevated command prompt without triggering a new UAC prompt. ⚙️ How to Execute "Run as Administrator" : Applications can read and write only to