Traboda delivered an extensive 80-hour online cybersecurity training for a government organization, designed to enhance participants’ skills in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and threat mitigation. The training was interactive, blending theoretical concepts with hands-on labs, real-world case studies, and exercises focused on modern cyber threats and exploits.

The training was designed to align with the participants’ knowledge and experience levels, with a foundational understanding of the following concepts required as a prerequisite:

• Computer Networks
• Web Architecture
• Python Programming

The primary goal of the training was to equip participants with the skills to:

• Identify and exploit vulnerabilities across various systems
• Understand and apply methods to fix and mitigate vulnerabilities
• Conduct end-to-end penetration testing and prepare comprehensive reports
• Gain a deep understanding of exploitation methods and strategies
• Develop strategies to secure Linux and Windows environments, as well as Active Directory infrastructures

1. Foundational Module
   1. Information Gathering
   2. Network Scanning
   3. Enumeration
2. Web Vulnerabilities
   1. OWASP Top 10
   2. Common Web Vulnerabilities
3. System and Exploitation Techniques
   1. Introduction to System Architecture
   2. Linux Buffer Overflows
   3. Windows Buffer Overflows
   4. Locating Public Exploits
   5. Fixing Exploits
4. Advanced Exploitation Techniques
   1. File Transfer and Reverse Shells
   2. Privilege Escalation
   3. Kernel Exploits
   4. Post-Exploitation
5. Specialized Topics
   1. Password Attacks
   2. Introduction to Antivirus
   3. Antivirus Evasion
6. Active Directory
   1. Active Directory Attacks
   2. Active Directory Exploitation
   3. Comprehensive Penetration Testing
   4. Complete Penetration Testing Process
   5. Report Writing

• Hands-On Labs with Focus on Exploitation Techniques

  Participants immersed themselves in advanced exploitation scenarios, prioritizing critical areas like privilege escalation, kernel exploits, and antivirus evasion. These labs were structured to simulate real-world challenges, emphasizing the adversarial perspective and equipping participants with actionable skills.
  Key outcomes included:

  • Exploiting system vulnerabilities through reverse shells and privilege escalation techniques.
  • Understanding kernel exploitation, including the identification and execution of advanced kernel-level attacks.
  • Practical exposure to antivirus evasion tactics, enabling participants to bypass common security measures effectively.

Real-World Scenario-Based Exercises

To enhance applicability, the training included exercises modeled after real-world attack scenarios.

The core activities included:

• • Implementing reverse shell techniques to establish footholds in target environments.
  • Privilege escalation to demonstrate lateral movement within compromised systems.
  • Conducting post-exploitation activities to understand adversary objectives and persistence techniques.

Report Writing
Participants honed their skills in preparing professional penetration testing reports. They learned to structure findings, detail exploitation techniques, and propose robust mitigation strategies tailored to organizational needs. Many noted that this aspect of the training significantly improved their ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders, a skill often overlooked in conventional programs.

Understanding and Analyzing CVEs and Exploitation Techniques
A significant portion of the training was dedicated to exploring various Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) and understanding their exploitation techniques. Participants delved into real-world examples of vulnerabilities, examining their root causes and exploitation methods.

Traboda’s training with its focus on real-world relevance and practical application received high praise. Participants valued:

• • Depth of Content: Comprehensive coverage of advanced exploitation techniques provided insights into offensive strategies and their countermeasures.
  • Practical Simulations: Realistic labs allowed participants to hone their skills in a controlled yet challenging environment.

• Enhanced Practical Skills: Participants gained advanced skills in exploitation, including privilege escalation, kernel exploits, and antivirus evasion, enabling them to address complex security scenarios.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to tackle complex security challenges using structured and innovative approaches.
• Improved Communication: Sharpened report-writing skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and management.

Traboda’s training empowered participants with cutting-edge offensive and red teaming techniques and practical experience, bridging knowledge gaps and enhancing their ability to handle real-world cybersecurity challenges. By focusing on advanced exploitation and mitigation, the program significantly contributed to their professional growth and had a positive impact on their organization.