Lastly, we address the critical issue of the loader lock, a synchronization mechanism within the Windows loader that can cause deadlocks or crashes if mishandled during DLL initialization. By discussing the implications of loader lock and providing practical solutions like starting new threads or employing function hooking, we aim to equip practitioners with the knowledge…
DLL hijacking is a technique where an attacker exploits the way applications load Dynamic Link Libraries (DLLs) in Windows. When an application is launched, it searches for necessary DLLs in specific directories. If an attacker places a malicious DLL with the same name as a legitimate one in a directory that’s searched first, the application…
Key findings from red team gadget assessments often highlight critical vulnerabilities in network infrastructure, application security flaws, weaknesses in IoT device security, and gaps in user awareness training. These assessments provide actionable intelligence to stakeholders by demonstrating how adversaries could exploit identified vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access, steal sensitive information, or disrupt business operations. By…
Red teamers, who are cybersecurity professionals specializing in emulating potential attackers to test the defenses of an organization, rely on a variety of gadgets and devices to conduct their activities. The Hacker’s Hardware Toolkit on GitHub, curated by yadox666, offers an extensive list of such tools, emphasizing their practical applications in security assessments. Among the…