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Tactical Exploitation: Attacking Windows/Unix
This four-day course introduces a tactical approach that does not rely on exploiting known vulnerabilities. Using a combination of new tools and lesser-known techniques, participants will learn how hackers compromise Windows and Unix systems without depending on standard exploits. The class alternates between theory and hands-on testing, providing students with an opportunity to put their new skills to the test. Course content features the latest security practices including Windows 2016 and additional WMI-based techniques.
Provider Information
1152 Tyler Ave
Annapolis, MD 21403
Course Overview
Students should have: A concept of scripting languages such as Python/Perl/Ruby/Bash.
A familiarity with UNIX system administration and networking concepts
Their own machines. Student machines can be of any platform but must include SSH, a web browser, and PDF Viewer. Students must also have sufficient administrative access and understanding of configuring network settings in order to make configuration changes as necessary.
7000 Columbia Gateway Drive
Suite 150
Columbia, MD 21046
Learning Objectives
Windows
Introductory Concepts and Thinking Like an Attacker
Host Recon
Privilege Escalation
Key Decoding
Persistence
Network Recon
Lateral Movement
Unix
Leveraging Trusts & Lateral Movement
Kerberos Inherent Weaknesses
SSH Abuse
LD_PRELOAD Tricks
PAM Trojaning
X11 Attacks
A windows based virtual machine is provided for each student to connect to via the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP).
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Specialty Areas
- Vulnerability Assessment and Management
- Exploitation Analysis
- Training, Education, and Awareness
Feedback
If you would like to provide feedback on this course, please e-mail the NICCS team at NICCS@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Please keep in mind that NICCS does not own this course or accept payment for course entry. If you have questions related to the details of this course, such as cost, prerequisites, how to register, etc., please contact the course training provider directly. You can find course training provider contact information by following the link that says “Visit course page for more information...” on this page.