How to Build an Active Directory Hacking Lab

Learn how to build an Active Directory hacking lab in this comprehensive 48-minute video tutorial. Explore the importance of creating an AD lab, get an overview of the lab setup, and discover potential attack scenarios. Follow step-by-step instructions for installing Windows Server 2019, configuring a domain controller, setting up a certificate authority, and managing users and file shares. Install Windows 10 client machines and join them to the domain. Gain insights into various AD attack techniques and resources for further learning. Perfect for cybersecurity enthusiasts and ethical hackers looking to enhance their skills in a controlled environment.

- Introduction.
- Sponsorship Ad.
- Why Should I Build an Active Directory Lab?.
- Lab Overview.
- Possible Attacks / Scenarios in Lab.
- Resources to Learn AD Attacks.
- Introducing VMWare / VirtualBox.
- Downloading ISOs from Microsoft Evaluation Center.
- Installing Windows Server 2019.
- Making Windows Server as a Domain Controller.
- Setting Up a Certificate Authority.
- Configuring Users, File Shares, and Service Accounts.
- Installing Windows 10.
- Joining the Domain with Our User Machine(s).
- Final Setup of User Machine.
- Reviewing Possible Attacks vs Our Setup.