#574: Hacking Windows Active Directory in 10 minutes
14 April 2026

#574: Hacking Windows Active Directory in 10 minutes

David Bombal

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// MENU //
0:00 - Coming up
0:54 - Spencer Alessi introduction & background
02:20 - Pentesting demo // Active Directory
03:34 - Control paths // Finding bad permissions with ADeleg
06:04 - Finding bad permissions with NetTools
06:52 - The most common issue
08:15 - Certificate abuse
12:20 - Quick recap
12:30 - Certificate abuse continued
15:10 - Pentesting summary
15:09 - How to become a pentester
18:48 - Recommended certifications
20:54 - Advice for blue teamers
22:15 - Overcoming being an introvert // Soft skills vs tech skills
23:43 - Windows hacking in the real world
24:54 - Conclusion

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