How Exploiting an un-patched Vmware vCenter Led to Complete Domain Access

Recently, BroadBITS conducted a penetration test for one of our valued customers. The purpose of the test was to identify potential vulnerabilities in the customer’s IT infrastructure and provide recommendations to improve their security posture.

 

Recently, BroadBITS conducted a penetration test for one of our valued customers. The purpose of the test was to identify potential vulnerabilities in the customer’s IT infrastructure and provide recommendations to improve their security posture.

 

One of the techniques used by our team was to extract kerberos tickets from the /tmp directory on a Linux server. These tickets provided us with access to the domain network and allowed us to dump the hashed credentials of all users. With this information, we were able to log in to the domain controller server and access sensitive data, such as the Active Directory.

 

Through these techniques, we were able to demonstrate the potential impact that a malicious actor could have on the customer’s environment if these vulnerabilities were not addressed. Our team provided a detailed report of our findings and recommendations for mitigating these risks, which the customer has since taken action on.

 

In conclusion, the recent penetration test we conducted at BroadBITS demonstrated the importance of regularly checking for vulnerabilities and ensuring the security of IT systems. Our team’s expertise in identifying and exploiting weaknesses in systems is a testament to our commitment to helping our customers secure their assets. If you’re interested in learning more about how we can help you safeguard your IT systems, or if you’re simply curious about the latest cybersecurity developments, we encourage you to visit our website and explore our blog section. You’ll find in-depth articles and insights on a variety of topics related to cybersecurity, so be sure to check back regularly for updates!