Recon: Information gathering stage, where attackers gather as much information as possible about the target.
Weaponization: Crafting of tools or payloads to exploit vulnerabilities.
Delivery: The transmission of the weaponized payload to the target.
Exploitation: Exploiting a vulnerability to gain access to the target system.
Installation: Establishing a foothold on the target system.
Command & Control (C2): Setting up channels for communication with the compromised system.
Actions on Objectives: Achieving the intended goal of the attack, such as data exfiltration or system disruption.