Practical Labs

Additional Resources for Windows Privilege Escalation

Below is a list of valuable resources, rooms, and guides that provide hands-on practice and theoretical knowledge for privilege escalation in Windows environments. These cover a range of techniques from foundational concepts to advanced exploitation.

---

TryHackMe Rooms and Modules

1. Windows 10 Privilege Escalation

   • Hands-on practice with privilege escalation on a Windows 10 machine.

   • Covers various techniques such as registry manipulation, unquoted service paths, and weak file permissions.

2. Windows Privilege Escalation Arena

   • Interactive room focused on privilege escalation methods in a controlled Windows environment.

   • Ideal for learning about exploiting services, scheduled tasks, and credential dumps.

3. Privilege Escalation Module

   • Comprehensive module that includes multiple rooms and scenarios for privilege escalation.

   • Covers both Windows and Linux privilege escalation techniques.

---

Cyber Labs and Blog Posts

1. Persistence and Privilege Escalation Guide

   • Detailed guide on achieving persistence and privilege escalation in Windows.

   • Covers file system abuse, registry manipulation, and more.

2. Privilege Escalation by Azeria Labs

   • Focuses on privilege escalation techniques with practical examples.

   • Includes system misconfigurations and exploitation tips.

---

Lab Setup and Practice

1. Setting Up a Windows Privilege Escalation Lab

   • Guide for setting up a lab environment to practice privilege escalation.

   • Includes VM configuration, tools, and common scenarios.

---

Pentestlab Blog Series

1. PentestLab Privilege Escalation Articles

   • A rich collection of blog posts focusing on red team and privilege escalation techniques.

   • Topics include:

     • Token Manipulation

     • DLL Hijacking

     • Service Misconfigurations

     • Group Policy Preferences

     • Unquoted Service Paths

---

Conclusion

These resources provide a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, essential for mastering Windows privilege escalation techniques. Whether you're setting up a lab, participating in a TryHackMe challenge, or diving deep into specific techniques via blogs, these materials will enhance your understanding and skill set.