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  • Data Theft Exploit: DNS Exfiltration Setup

    Data Theft Exploit Part 1: DNS Exfiltration Setup

    By Jason Taylor Raxis Lead Penetration Tester Jason Taylor’s in-depth tutorial explains setting up a server for DNS exfiltration. Check back next month to run the attack. December 16, 2025
  • Windows Kills Common Offline/Account-less Install Method

    Windows Kills Common Offline/Account-less Install Method

    By Ryan Chaplin Microsoft Windows recently announced the removal of local-only installs on Windows 11. Raxis’ Ryan Chaplin looks at concerns and possible options. October 17, 2025
  • Cool Tools Series: Kerbrute

    Cool Tools Series: Kerbrute

    By Andrew Trexler Raxis Principal Penetration Tester Andrew Trexler walks through the many uses of Kerbrute from user enumeration to brute-forcing and password spraying. October 7, 2025
  • Lateral Movement: From Beachhead to Breach

    Lateral Movement: From Beachhead to Breach

    By Nate Jernigan Raxis Senior Penetration Tester Nate Jernigan discusses lateral movement in penetration testing and the methods and tools he uses when performing these attacks. September 23, 2025
  • Lessons from the DaVita Healthcare Ransomware Attack

    Lessons from the DaVita Healthcare Ransomware Attack

    By Brian Tant The DaVita ransomware attack is one of the most impactful recent healthcare breaches. Learn what happened and what could have been done to limit the impact. September 18, 2025
  • Cool Tools Series: Croc

    Cool Tools Series: Croc for Secure Data Exfiltration

    By Nathan Anderson Lead Penetration Tester Nathan Anderson provides tips on using croc for secure data exfiltration just like he does on red team engagements. September 9, 2025