ATT&CK Adversary Emulation

Training Description: ATT&CK Adversary Emulation

Course Overview

The ATT&CK Adversary Emulation training will teach you how to use the MITRE ATT&CK Framework to simulate adversary attacks and realistically test an organization’s defenses. You will learn how to emulate the techniques used by real-world attackers to test the detection and response capabilities of a security team in response to actual attack scenarios. This training will provide you with an understanding of the methodologies behind adversary emulation and how to integrate these practices into your Red Team and Blue Team exercises.

Training Objectives

• Understand the process of adversary emulation and its role in improving security posture.
• Learn how to use MITRE ATT&CK to create realistic attack scenarios.
• Discover how to perform attack tests to assess an organization’s defenses.
• Use the results from emulation to improve detection systems, response processes, and security policies.
• Understand how to adapt attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to emulate specific attacks.

Training Program

1. Introduction to Adversary Emulation

• What is adversary emulation, and why is it important?
• Difference between Red Teaming and Adversary Emulation.
• Role of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework in emulating attacks.
• Goals and benefits of adversary emulation for an organization.

2. The Adversary Emulation Process

• Identifying and profiling adversaries (threat types, capabilities, objectives).
• Selecting a target adversary based on the threat and exercise objectives.
• Creating attack scenarios based on TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures).
• Example adversaries: state actors, cybercriminals, hacktivists, etc.

3. Using MITRE ATT&CK for Adversary Emulation

• How to map attacks to the ATT&CK matrix.
• Identifying and selecting specific attack techniques to emulate.
• Using ATT&CK matrices to define effective attack strategies.
• Emulating different attack phases: initial access, execution, persistence, privilege escalation, etc.

4. Creating Attack Scenarios

• Planning and designing attack scenarios based on real incidents.
• Using specific TTPs to simulate complex attacks.
• Introduction to adversary emulation tools: Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, Empire.
• Simulating attacker behaviors (phishing, data exfiltration, etc.).

5. Executing Adversary Emulation

• Steps to deploy an emulation exercise in a test environment.
• Implementing intrusion techniques using specialized tools.
• Detecting and identifying signs of attack during the exercise.
• Collecting evidence of the attack for post-exercise analysis.

6. Blue Team Reactions and Responses

• How does the Blue Team respond during an adversary emulation exercise?
• Using detection systems like SIEM, EDR, and XDR to identify attacks.
• Activating incident response processes: analysis, containment, and remediation.
• Techniques to counter the persistence of attackers in the target environment.

7. Enhancing Defense Capabilities

• Leveraging the results of emulation to identify security gaps.
• Adjusting security policies and detection controls to better respond to threats.
• Improving detection mechanisms and strengthening the defense posture.
• Tips for updating defenses after each emulation to prevent future attack success.

8. Post-Exercise: Reporting and Analysis

• Writing a detailed emulation report documenting actions taken, results, and findings.
• Providing recommendations for security teams and infrastructure leaders.
• Reflecting on the effectiveness of the response and adjusting strategies based on lessons learned.

9. Tools and Resources for Adversary Emulation

• Overview of attack simulation tools and emulation techniques: Caldera, Cobalt Strike, etc.
• Introduction to automation platforms and attack test management tools.
• Using cyberattack simulation platforms for managing emulation and reporting.

10. Evaluation and Future Outlook

• How to assess the results of an adversary emulation exercise.
• Analyzing the impact of the attack on resources and services.
• Preparing more advanced simulations and long-term scenarios to maintain a dynamic security posture.

Training Duration

The ATT&CK Adversary Emulation training lasts approximately 2 to 3 days, combining theory, live demonstrations, and interactive case studies.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity and the use of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
• Previous experience with offensive security tools (Red Teaming, penetration testing) is recommended but not required.

Target Audience

• Red Teamers and security analysts specialized in attack simulation.
• Blue Teamers looking to improve their ability to detect and respond to real attacks.
• Cybersecurity professionals involved in incident management, penetration testing, or security assessments.
• Consultants and trainers in cybersecurity who wish to deepen their understanding of real-world attacks and defense methodologies.

Certification

A certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the training, validating the skills gained in using MITRE ATT&CK for adversary emulation and cyberattack simulation.

Join this training to master adversary emulation techniques and strengthen your organization’s cybersecurity posture through realistic attack strategies.