A Year in the Empire
Explore a comprehensive overview of Empire, the popular post-exploitation framework, in this 50-minute conference talk from Derbycon 2016. Gain insights into Empire's development, community, and key features as presented by Will Schroeder and Matt Nelson. Discover the framework's evolution, including new capabilities like Python Empire, Kerberos module, and Bloodhound integration. Learn about design decisions, packet structure improvements, and various stagers such as HTTP and Internet Explorer. Understand the motivations behind Empire's creation and its impact on the security landscape. Delve into topics like process injection, UAC bypasses, and modular command and control. Witness a live demonstration showcasing Empire's capabilities and potential applications in penetration testing and red team operations.