Jun 23, 2026

HTB Sherlock: Logjammer - Windows Event Log Analysis

A walkthrough of the retired Hack The Box Sherlock LogJammer, focused on Windows Event Log analysis across several log sources, including Security logs, Windows Firewall logs, Microsoft Defender logs, PowerShell logs, and System logs.

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Jun 19, 2026

Active HTB Walkthrough

A walkthrough of the retired Hack The Box machine Active, demonstrating an Active Directory attack path from anonymous SMB access to GPP credential recovery, Kerberoasting, and Administrator compromise.

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Jun 19, 2026

Monteverde HTB Walkthrough

A walkthrough of the retired Hack The Box machine Monteverde, demonstrating an Active Directory attack path from SMB username enumeration and password reuse to Azure AD Connect credential recovery and Administrator compromise.

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Jun 18, 2026

10 Tips for Passing the CPTS

Ten practical, non-spoiler lessons for preparing for the HTB Certified Penetration Testing Specialist exam, focused on methodology, notes, pivoting, enumeration, troubleshooting, and reporting.

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Jun 18, 2026

10 Tips for Passing the PNPT

Ten practical, non-spoiler lessons for preparing for the TCM Security Practical Network Penetration Tester exam, focused on engagement mindset, enumeration, pivoting, Active Directory fundamentals, reporting, and staying methodical under pressure.

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Jun 18, 2026

Sauna HTB Walkthrough

A walkthrough of the retired Hack The Box machine Sauna, demonstrating an Active Directory attack path from public employee name exposure to Domain Admin compromise.

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