# rm - Delete File or Directory

Delete a file or directory from the target system.

## Description

The `rm` command deletes a file or directory from the target system. WARNING: Deletion of critical system files or directories (System32, Windows, Program Files, etc.) will be blocked for safety.

## Syntax

```
rm <path>
```

## Parameters

- `path` (required): File or directory path to delete. Supports both absolute and relative paths.

## Examples

```
rm C:\temp\file.txt
rm C:\temp\old_folder
rm backup.log
```

## Features

- Supports both absolute and relative paths (relative paths are resolved using the current working directory)
- Can delete individual files or entire directories
- WARNING: Deletion of critical system files or directories (System32, Windows, Program Files, etc.) will be blocked for safety
- Use with caution as deleted files cannot be recovered through this command

## Output

```
[rm] File deleted: C:\temp\file.txt
```

## OPSEC Considerations

- File deletions are logged by EDR/XDR solutions
- Deleting system files may trigger alerts
- Consider the operational impact before deleting files

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**Command Category:** File System  
**Requires Admin:** No