In cybersecurity, pivoting refers to a technique used by attackers to move laterally within a compromised network. After gaining access to one system, attackers use it as a starting point (or “pivot point”) to infiltrate other systems or resources within the network.

Pivoting is a technique used in penetration testing to gain access to otherwise inaccessible networks through a compromised system.

Pivoting refers to a significant shift in strategy or direction, often used in business, data analysis, or problem-solving contexts.

Pivoting is the unique technique of using an instance (also referred to as a ‘plant’ or ‘foothold’) to be able to move around inside a network. Basically using the first compromise to allow and even aid in the compromise of other otherwise inaccessible systems. In this scenario we will be using it for routing traffic from a normally non-routable network.