The article provides a detailed review of the Zephyr Pro Lab from Hack the Box, highlighting its suitability for intermediate-level red teamers aiming to improve their Active Directory skills. The lab offers a hands-on experience with a focus on AD exploitation techniques, networking, and security misconfigurations. While the lab is recognized for its approachable structure, it is noted that there is room for improvement in realism and challenge complexity. Affected: Hack the Box, Cybersecurity sector
Keypoints :
- Zephyr Pro Lab offers 17 machines and 17 flags marked as intermediate difficulty.
- Subscription costs for the Pro Lab are USD /month or USD 0/year.
- Focuses on enhancing red teaming techniques through practical experience in a simulated corporate setting.
- Designed for those with basic knowledge of penetration testing tools and Active Directory environments.
- Encourages persistence, creativity, and attention to detail in overcoming lab challenges.
- Emphasizes skills such as Active Directory enumeration, lateral movement, and SQL injection techniques.
- Offers daily reverts for a clean slate but can hinder pivoting ease.
- Lacks advanced techniques and complex scenarios compared to other labs.
- Active community support via Discord for troubleshooting and guidance.
- Completing the lab showcases the ability to navigate complex security environments effectively.