Application Shimming — Application shimming uses compatibility mechanisms that alter how software interacts with its operating environment. Attackers abuse these mechanisms to redirect behavior or introduce unauthorized execution. Legitimate shims also help older applications operate correctly on newer systems. – Execution Techniques

Added October 7, 2026

Application Shimming — Application shimming modifies how software interacts with its operating environment through compatibility mechanisms. Attackers abuse those mechanisms to introduce unauthorized behavior. The technique disguises malicious intervention within features that normally support legitimate applications. – Execution Techniques

Added October 7, 2026