In this lab, the essential steps to set up an Active Directory on a server will be walked through, with the goal of gaining experience in how to manage user accounts, resources, and network services with ease. The steps are the following: The Windows logo is right-clicked, and “System” is selected. Click on “System Info”. …
This lab focuses on quickly retrieving operating system information using the Windows search functionality to find and access the “winver” tool, which provides comprehensive details about the operating system. Here’s a simple guide to obtain the necessary OS information: The search button next to the Windows icon is clicked. In the search bar, “winver” is …
This lab tackles an RDP connectivity issue, guiding users through the process of adjusting settings on their machines to enable remote connections. By following these instructions, the objective was to acquire practical experience in system settings, troubleshoot RDP issues, and ensure seamless connectivity for remote access. Here is a detailed guide to resolving this RDP …
This lab focuses on the onboarding process for a new employee, in a Windows environment. It covers the creation of an Active Directory user and the setup of the designated machine. By following these steps, the goal is to gain practical experience in user account management, machine setup, and domain connection. Below is the process …
This lab is designed to provide hands-on experience in changing the default search engine in the Chrome browser. By following these steps, the goal is to gain practical knowledge in navigating browser settings, modifying search engine preferences, and confirming changes. This scenario replicates a common user request, enhancing troubleshooting skills related to browser customization. Here …
This lab is crafted to simulate a scenario where the Outlook app installation from the Play Store is causing crashes. The goal is to gain practical experience in accessing device settings, navigating app options, and executing actions such as clearing storage and cache through a step-by-step troubleshooting process. Here is a detailed guide to resolving …
This lab is crafted to offer hands-on experience in setting up a work email on an Android tablet. The outlined steps mirror a real-world scenario where a user submits a ticket, seeking assistance in configuring their work email on a mobile device. The primary objective is to acquire practical knowledge in navigating device settings, adding …
Vulnerability management is a crucial practice in information security, involving a cyclical process of identifying, classifying, prioritizing, remediating, and mitigating software vulnerabilities. This practice helps organizations maintain a low overall risk level. To gain practical experience in vulnerability management, I set up a virtual environment for conducting vulnerability scans. This environment included Nessus Essentials, VW …
In this project, I focussed on Integrity, one of the pillars of the CIA triad, to get a better intuition about this concept. I created a basic File Integrity Monitor FIM in PowerShell to monitor a set of selected files. The FIM detects if any of the files have been altered or deleted or if …
With the aim of obtaining more exposure to a SIEM, I completed a project in which a virtual machine VM acted as a honeypot to attract attacks from different IP addresses located in different regions worldwide. The data from those attacks was extracted from Windows event viewer and logged using a log work analytics in …