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Impact is the last step on a red team simulation, where adversaries cause disruption in the system to accomplish their objectives. In this course, you will learn impact using Caldera.

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Impact is the last step on a red team simulation, where adversaries cause disruption in the system to accomplish their objectives. In this course, you will learn impact using Caldera.

In a real-world attack, after accomplishing all their objectives, some threat actors perform impact actions to extort money from their clients or to obfuscate their traces. Those impact actions vary from shutting down systems all the way to destroying data. In this course, Impact with Caldera we will cover how to utilize the Caldera tool to perform some impact techniques in a red team environment. First, you’ll learn the basics about impact and how to use the Caldera tool. Next, you will use Caldera to remove access from some accounts to cause impact. Finally, you’ll learn how to shut down systems and destroy data using the Caldera tool. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to execute these techniques [Account Access Removal (T1531), System Shutdown (T1529), Data Destruction (T1485)] using Caldera. More importantly, knowing how these techniques can be used against you, will ultimately lend to your ability as an organization, or an individual, to detect and defend against specific attack vectors.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
Simulating Impact with Caldera
Resources

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Suits experienced learners who want to boost their cybersecurity skillset
Includes real-world applications in the cybersecurity industry, making the skills and knowledge gained directly applicable to the field
Teaches practical impact techniques using Caldera, enhancing learners' abilities to detect and defend against such attacks
Led by Ricardo Reimao, a recognized expert in red team simulations
Provides hands-on experience through impact techniques, such as account access removal and system shutdown, enhancing retention and understanding
May require prior experience in cybersecurity fundamentals and concepts

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Impact with Caldera with these activities:
Build a Personal Library of Impact Resources
Enhance understanding through the organization and collection of relevant impact resources.
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  • Gather articles, tutorials, and videos on impact techniques.
  • Organize the resources in a structured manner.
  • Continuously update the library with new and relevant materials.
Familiarize with Caldera Tools
Reenforce tool skill by examining curated Caldera demonstrations and tutorials.
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  • Review a demonstration of Caldera tool demonstration at Pluralsight.
  • Follow a introductory Caldera tutorial to set up and execute basic commands.
Refresher: Penetration Testing Fundamentals
Strengthen knowledge of penetration testing basics to better leverage a red team simulation.
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  • Review the OSI model and common network protocols.
  • Understand different types of penetration testing and their goals.
  • Practice using basic tools for vulnerability scanning and exploitation.
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Practice Privilege Escalation Techniques
Solidify understanding and skills in privilege escalation by performing repetitive drills.
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  • Apply techniques for enumerating user rights.
  • Practice methods to bypass UAC.
  • Experiment with reg persist to load malicious registry keys.
Video: Caldera Tutorial
Enhance understanding of Caldera's functionality and usage in a red team environment.
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  • Watch a video tutorial on how to use the Caldera tool.
  • Practice using Caldera to perform basic impact techniques.
Attend a Threat Hunting Workshop
Enhance threat hunting skills and knowledge through hands-on participation.
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  • Register for and attend a threat hunting workshop.
  • Work on hands-on exercises and simulations.
  • Interact with experts and learn best practices.
Account Access Removal Exercise
Develop proficiency in removing access from accounts to simulate impact in a controlled environment.
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  • Set up a test environment with multiple user accounts.
  • Practice using Caldera to remove access from some accounts.
  • Test the impact of account access removal on system functionality.
Participate in a Capture the Flag Competition
Test and apply skills in a competitive environment against other cybersecurity professionals.
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  • Register for and attend a Capture the Flag competition.
  • Work on solving challenges related to impact techniques.
  • Collaborate with teammates.
Contribute to Caldera Development
Enhance understanding of Caldera's internals by contributing to its development.
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  • Fork the Caldera repository on GitHub.
  • Suggest improvements or fix bugs.
  • Submit a pull request to the upstream repository.
Red Team Simulation Project
Implement impact techniques to create a simulated red team exercise, testing knowledge and skills.
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  • Define the scope and objectives of the red team simulation.
  • Select appropriate impact techniques based on the objectives, such as data destruction or account access removal.
  • Execute the simulation and document the results.
  • Analyze the results and identify areas for improvement.
Simulate Real-World Attack Plan
Apply comprehensive skills in planning and executing an impact simulation.
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  • Define and document attack objectives.
  • Develop a list of reconnaissance strategies.
  • Plan how to execute impact techniques using Caldera.
  • Execute the attack simulation.
  • Generate a report documenting the simulation.
Mentor a Junior Red Teamer
Deepen understanding by sharing knowledge and providing guidance to junior practitioners.
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  • Identify a junior red teamer who could benefit from your mentorship.
  • Provide guidance on impact techniques, tools, and best practices.
  • Review their work and provide feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete Impact with Caldera will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineers develop, implement, and maintain systems that protect computers from unauthorized access, attacks, and damage. This course can help Network Security Engineers who wish to join in red team operations by providing them with a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analysts assess and test an organization's computer operations to identify any vulnerabilities that could be infiltrated by a malicious actor. These vulnerabilities could be anything from weak passwords to outdated software. This course will acquaint you with how to use Caldera to perform impact simulations, a key tool for the Information Security Analyst's arsenal.
Security Engineer
Security Engineers focus on securing computer operations for companies and organizations. They monitor systems for vulnerabilities and threats, and evaluate weaknesses in security. As a Security Engineer who works in red team operations, you will need to know how to simulate impacts using Caldera. This course will help you build a foundation by teaching you about impact and how to use Caldera.
Computer Systems Analyst
Computer Systems Analysts study how computer systems can be used to solve technical problems. They often join with other analysts such as business analysts to help organizations find ways to use technology to improve operations. A Computer Systems Analyst who works in red team operations will need to understand how to run impact simulations using Caldera. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas.
Red Team Analyst
Red Team Analysts are ethical hackers that attempt to infiltrate their company's networks in order to test vulnerabilities or weaknesses in hardware, software, and security procedures. The organization can then use this information to make improvements to their cybersecurity. This course will help build your foundation in red team operations by teaching you how to simulate impact using Caldera.
Computer Programmer
Computer Programmers design, develop, test, and maintain computer programs. This course may be useful for Computer Programmers who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Technology Officers are responsible for the overall technology strategy and direction of an organization. This course may be useful for Chief Technology Officers who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Ethical Hacker
Ethical Hackers are employed to find and exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems. This course may be useful to Ethical Hackers who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Cybersecurity Architect
Cybersecurity Architects design and implement security measures to protect computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, attacks, and damage. This course may be useful for Cybersecurity Architects who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Computer Systems Manager
Computer Systems Managers plan, coordinate, and direct the activities of computer-related functions in an organization. This course may be useful for Computer Systems Managers who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Security Consultant
Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. This course may be useful for Security Consultants who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
IT Consultant
IT Consultants advise organizations on how to use technology to improve their operations. This course may be useful for IT Consultants who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Software Developer
Software Developers design, develop, and test computer software. This course may be useful for Software Developers who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Security Analyst
Security Analysts monitor and analyze security systems to identify and mitigate threats. This course may be useful for Security Analysts who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.
Software Engineer
Software Engineers apply engineering principles to the design, development, and maintenance of software systems. This course may be useful for Software Engineers who work in red team operations by giving them a foundation in impact simulations using Caldera.

Reading list

We've selected eight books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Impact with Caldera.
Provides an advanced guide to penetration testing. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Provides a hands-on guide to penetration testing. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Provides a comprehensive guide to ethical hacking. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Provides a comprehensive guide to Python programming for hackers and pentesters. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Provides a comprehensive guide to social engineering. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Provides a comprehensive overview of network security. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Provides a practical guide to penetration testing. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.
Provides a comprehensive overview of computer security. It covers a wide range of topics, including reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and post-exploitation.

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