Beyond PsExec - Stealthy Lateral Movement Techniques

Explore advanced lateral movement techniques that evade modern endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems in this 48-minute conference talk. Learn why traditional methods like PsExec and smbexec.py are easily detected by contemporary security solutions and discover stealthy alternatives that can bypass these defenses. Examine the current landscape of lateral movement techniques and understand the detection opportunities that cause most off-the-shelf tools to fail. Master a selection of covert lateral movement methods that circumvent common indicators and operate undetected by security monitoring systems. Gain practical knowledge for researching both potential detection opportunities and variations of presented techniques, while understanding how to adapt your approach as defensive capabilities continue to evolve.