Reaper is built to give you more control over locked-down Windows environments. It bypasses certain restrictions by using a combination of kernel-level hooks, system command execution, and network-level packet management.
Reaper should be used responsibly. While it offers advanced control, misuse can violate workplace, school, or government IT policies.
Reaper can gain elevated privileges on certain unpatched Windows systems by using a known security flaw identified as CVE-2024-7479. This vulnerability affects the way a popular remote desktop service handles local communications and driver loading.
In short, the method involves interacting with a legitimate service running on the system, performing a secure handshake to prove access, and then loading a trusted (but vulnerable) driver to execute commands with full SYSTEM privileges. Reaper uses this only to elevate your permissions locally — it does not connect to any remote servers, install hidden software, or exfiltrate your data.
This process will only work if your IT department has not pushed the Windows or application update that fixes CVE-2024-7479. If the patch has been installed, the privilege escalation will no longer function.
Once successful, Reaper can run administrative commands, change restricted settings, and unlock features normally blocked on locked-down devices — but it will never install backdoors, remote access tools, or hidden monitoring software. All actions happen locally and only while the program is running.
Important: Use this only on systems you own or have permission to manage. Unauthorized use may violate laws or organizational policies.