Get-LocalUser
Enumerate local user accounts.
Windowspassive
Get-LocalUser lists local accounts with enabled state and last-logon info — quick recon/hardening on Windows hosts.
Syntax
Get-LocalUser
Example
Get-LocalUser | Where-Object Enabled -eq $true
Lists all enabled local accounts on the machine.
Advantages
- Instant local account inventory
- Object output for filtering
- Built-in
Disadvantages
- Local accounts only (not AD)
- Windows-only
- Needs rights to see all
Tags
#windows#users#enumeration
Official docs: Get-LocalUser ↗
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Frequently asked questions
What is Get-LocalUser used for?
Get-LocalUser lists local accounts with enabled state and last-logon info — quick recon/hardening on Windows hosts.
What is an example Get-LocalUser command?
A common example is: Get-LocalUser | Where-Object Enabled -eq $true — Lists all enabled local accounts on the machine.
Is Get-LocalUser part of a standard install?
Get-LocalUser runs on Windows. It is typically available by default.
What category of security tool is Get-LocalUser?
Get-LocalUser is a PowerShell tool with a passive-risk profile when run against a live target.
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