Abusing ACL Misconfigurations

Access Control Lists (ACLs) are a crucial component of securing data and resources in an IT infrastructure. By assigning permissions to users and groups, ACLs regulate access to files, directories, and other objects. However, when ACLs are misconfigured or abused, they can become a significant vulnerability, allowing unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive information...

Exploiting MS SQL Servers

As companies continue to rely on databases to store sensitive information, securing the data has become a top priority. MS SQL Server is a popular database management system that integrates with Windows and Active Directory domains, creating trust relationships that can be leveraged for attacks. As a Red Teamer, it’s crucial to understand the fundamentals...

BloodHound Cheat Sheet

BloodHound is a powerful security tool that uses graph theory to reveal the relationships between users, groups, and computers in a domain. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take a deep dive into BloodHound and its companion tool SharpHound, providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and utilize these tools to their fullest...

Exploiting Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS)

With the increasing use of digital certificates for encryption, authentication, and other security purposes, Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) has become a critical component in many enterprise environments. However, the security implications of AD CS have often been overlooked, leaving organizations vulnerable to potential attacks and compromise. In this blog, we will delve into...

Maximizing Active Directory Security: Tips and Best Practices

Active Directory (AD) is integral to many organizations’ IT infrastructures, serving as the repository of user identities, computer accounts, and network resources. However, due to its wide scope and complexity, AD can present serious security risks which must be managed appropriately. In this blog, we will look at some of the best practices for securing...

The Importance of Regular Active Directory Security Audits

Organizations must give security of their IT infrastructure top priority in the current digital era, when cyber threats are growing more complex. The routine auditing of Active Directory is a crucial element of a strong security strategy. The foundation of a company’s network is Active Directory, which controls user access and permissions. Active Directory has...

Active Directory Basics

The number of resources such as users, databases, or servers managed in organizations poses questions about accountability as firms adjust to industry needs and norms. Additionally, the dispersed structure of managing the infrastructure and its procedures makes it challenging for enterprises to monitor employee activity. This makes it simpler for attackers to access the network’s...