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Red Team Reality: Advanced Strategies for Modern Attack Simulation

In this session, learn the secrets of stealthy infiltration, master the latest attack vectors, and discover how to communicate your findings like a true hacker.

Summary

Step into the world of professional red teaming at DEFCON 31 as we explore cutting-edge methodologies, tools, and techniques used in modern attack simulations. This session delves into how red teams effectively emulate real-world threats while providing actionable insights for improving organizational security posture. Learn how to conduct sophisticated operations that go beyond traditional penetration testing to deliver meaningful results for enterprise security programs.

Key Takeaways:

  • Advanced red team methodologies and planning strategies
  • Differences between red teaming and penetration testing
  • Techniques for emulating real-world threat actors
  • Methods for effective stakeholder communication
  • Strategies for delivering actionable results
  • Tips for improving detection and response capabilities
  • Best practices for scoping and executing red team engagements

Who Should Watch: 

  • Red Team Operators
  • Security Program Managers
  • Blue Team Defenders
  • Security Operations Teams
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Security Architects
  • CISOs and Security Leaders
  • Penetration Testers transitioning to Red Team roles

Perfect for both experienced practitioners looking to enhance their red team operations and security professionals seeking to understand how red team engagements can strengthen their security program.


Barrett darnell

About the speaker, Barrett Darnell

Bishop Fox Alumnus

Barrett Darnell was a Senior Operator at Bishop Fox and a technical lead for the Continuous Attack Surface Testing (COSMOS) Managed Security Service. Prior to coming to Bishop Fox, he served as an exploitation operator in the US Department of Defense's most elite computer network exploitation (CNE) unit. As a top-rated military officer, Barrett led an offensive operations team in the US Air Force's premier selectively-manned cyber attack squadron. Barrett also teaches SANS SEC660: Advanced Penetration Testing, Exploit Writing, and Ethical Hacking to a worldwide audience. Barrett holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Washington State University and a Master of Science in Software Engineering from the University of West Florida.

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