Overview
The OSInfo command gathers fundamental operating system information including version, architecture, build number, installation date, and system details. This baseline information is essential for understanding the target environment and planning compatible attacks or assessments.Syntax
Remote Execution
Output
Returns operating system information:- OS Version and Build
- Architecture (x86/x64)
- Installation date
- Boot time
- Hostname
- Domain/Workgroup
- Is virtual machine
- Product name
- Registered owner/organization
Use Cases
- Red Team
- Blue Team
- Determine OS version for exploit selection
- Identify architecture for payload compilation
- Assess system age and patch likelihood
- Detect virtualized environments
- Understand domain membership
Example Output
Remote Execution
This command supports remote execution using the
-computername parameter.Detection Considerations
Minimal detection risk - queries basic system information via WMI.
Related Commands
- Hotfixes - Installed Windows updates
- DotNet - .NET Framework versions
- OptionalFeatures - Windows optional features
- SecureBoot - Secure Boot status