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Command and Control with PoshC2

PoshC2 is a powerful tool that uses PowerShell to control a victim system toward furthering red teaming objectives beyond exploitation throughout the remaining life of an engagement. In this course, you will learn Command and Control using PoshC2.

Jeff Stein  - Pluralsight course - Command and Control with PoshC2
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What you'll learn

On the Windows OS, PowerShell can offer effective control of a system, this course will give you the skills and understanding to harness PowerShell to further your red teaming objectives towards command and control of a victim system. In this course, Command and Control with PoshC2 you’ll cover how to utilize PoshC2 to execute privilege escalation in a red team environment. First, you’ll demonstrate ways to gain system access and evade detection using the PoshC2 implant. Next, you’ll apply the built-in PoshC2 modules to send commands to enumerate the victim system. Finally, you’ll simulate the harvesting of credentials to escalate privilege with PowerShell. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to execute these techniques Application Layer Protocol: Web Protocols-T1071.001, Account Discovery: Local Account- T1087.001 & Remote Access Software-T1219 using PoshC2.

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Jeff Stein  - Pluralsight course - Command and Control with PoshC2
Jeff Stein

Jeff Stein is an Information Security Architect. He holds a master’s degree in Information Security & Assurance and numerous security and IT certifications, including his CISSP.

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