Cyber Red Teaming

Dive into the world of professional cyber attack simulation with this comprehensive guide that bridges theory and real-world practice. This practical manual provides battle-tested methods for building, leading, and executing effective red team operations.

From ancient military practices to modern cybersecurity challenges, this practical guide walks you through the complete red team operation lifecycle. You’ll learn essential skills, including threat actor emulation, realistic attack scenarios, and systematic approaches to risk management. The book provides detailed frameworks for everything from pre-engagement planning to final reporting, ensuring you have the tools needed to conduct professional, disciplined red team assessments.

Key features include:

• Examine pre-assessment planning and rules of engagement development in detail.

• A four-phase plan for operations includes planning, preparation, execution, and recovery.

• Comprehensive coverage of operational security and risk management.

• Expert guidance on threat actor emulation and attack lifecycle implementation.

• Professional standards for documentation, logging, and report writing.

• Integration of purple teaming concepts for collaborative security assessments.

• DevOps framework for red team software security reviews.

• Structured approach to red team training and professional development.

• How to be a rockstar red team leader.

From experienced security professionals to those beginning their journey in offensive security, this guide delivers practical methods and strategic insights for building and executing professional red team assessments.

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A Practical Guide