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foundation · Medium · 241 XP · 6 hours 20 minutes

Active Directory Security Fundamentals

Learn how to build and analyze secure Active Directory environments. Understand Domain Controllers, Group Policies, Active Directory groups, and Kerberos Authentication.

Tactical attack scenario

Initech requires a secure network architecture. Configure active security baselines, disable legacy NTLM protocols, and lock down GPO paths.

Learning objectives

  • Deploy domain controllers and manage Active Directory groups
  • Audit and enforce secure Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
  • Understand the workflow of the Kerberos Authentication protocol
  • Trace weak AD relationships and block high-risk entitlements

Recommended background

Basic terminal use and familiarity with the topic area are helpful.

Estimated duration: 6 hours 20 minutes.

This public overview contains no flags, credentials, or solution steps. Practise only in the provided authorized environment.

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