Command and Control (C2)

Why not load your tools in-memory instead :D

What is C2?

A command and control (C2) framework is often used by attackers or red teams to maintain communication with a compromised system in a target network. These frameworks allow attackers to laterally move through the network stealthily

Cobalt Strike

For the purposes of this blog, I will be discussing and utilizing Cobalt Strike, a popular software used in penetration testing and red team operations.

Dropping the Cobalt Implant

Unfortunately, we will have to drop something to disk eventually. In this case, in an assumed breach, we will have to deliver cobalt's implant in order to establish a connection with our teamserver.