Table 1: Remote-Execution Tool Advantages and Disadvantages
Tool	Advantages	Disadvantages
PsExec	Program runs interactively Can use current credentials	Alternate credentials sent as clear text Third-party tools sometimes not allowed
Task Scheduler	Secure	Requires credentials unless running as LocalSystem Difficult to run programs interactively
WMI	Secure Can use current credentials	Remote programs don't run interactively Remote programs don't have network access