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- Security Accounts ManagerThe Security Accounts Manager (SAM) is a database file in the Microsoft Windows operating system (OS) that contains usernames and passwords.
Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 4- Password Cracking Techniques and Countermeasures: Slide 7
- What Is NTLM Used For?Windows New Technology LAN Manager (NTLM) is a suite of security protocols offered by Microsoft to authenticate users’ identity and protect the integrity and confidentiality of their activity. At its core, NTLM is a single sign on (SSO) tool that relies on a challenge-response protocol to confirm the user without requiring them to submit a password.
Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 4- Password Cracking Techniques and Countermeasures: Slide 7
- Microsoft Azure-Based Kerberos Attacks Crack Open Cloud AccountsTwo common attacks against on-premises Kerberos authentication servers — known as Pass the Ticket and Silver Ticket — can be used against Microsoft's Azure AD Kerberos, a security firms says.
Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 4- Password Cracking Techniques and Countermeasures: Slide 16
- Understanding Rainbow Table AttackThe passwords in a computer system are not stored directly as plain texts but are hashed using encryption. A hash function is a 1-way function, which means that it can’t be decrypted. Whenever a user enters a password, it is converted into a hash value and is compared with the already stored hash value. If the values match, the user is authenticated.
Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 4- Password Cracking Techniques and Countermeasures: Slide 19
Videos
- Use Strong Passwords and Enable 2FA - Marketing Video 1 (English)You wouldn't use a weak door lock to keep your home safe. Use strong passwords and enable 2FA to secure your accounts.
Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 4- Password Cracking Techniques and Countermeasures: Slide 6
- Password Attack ExplainedWe'll dive into the Password Attack and how to prevent it.
Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 4- Password Cracking Techniques and Countermeasures: Slide 8 & 9
- LLMNR Poisoning Attack | Active Directory ExploitationHey guys, ActiveXSploit back again with a new video, And in today's video, I am going to explain you LLMNR Poisoning Attack which comes under the Active Directory Exploitation.
Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 4- Password Cracking Techniques and Countermeasures: Slide 15
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Note: Refer to MHE Lecture 2- Introduction to Ethical Hacking Essential: Slide 24