Level 3 → 4

Level Goal

The password for the next level is stored in a hidden file in the inhere directory.

Write-Up

1. List the content of the current directory to verify the existence of inhere directory:

ls

1. Navigate to the inhere directory and list all files, including hidden ones:

cd inhere
ls -a

This reveals the presence of a hidden file named ...Hiding-From-You.

1. Display the content of the hidden file:

cat ...Hiding-From-You

This command reveals the password: 2WmrDFRmJIq3IPxneAaMGhap0pFhF3NJ

1. Access the next level using the obtained password:

ssh bandit4@bandit.labs.overthewire.org -p 2220

Enter the password when prompted.

Lessons Learned

• Hidden files in Unix systems start with a dot .

• The ls -a command shows all files, including hidden ones

• Hidden files can be accessed and read like any other file

• Important information may be concealed in hidden files

-- Othmane