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Understanding SMB Relay Attacks and Mitigation Techniques

·4 mins
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Introduction #

In the world of network security, understanding various attack vectors is critical to safeguarding systems and data. One such attack is the SMB (Server Message Block) Relay attack, which exploits vulnerabilities in the SMB protocol commonly used in Windows environments. This article will explore what an SMB Relay attack is, the steps involved in executing such an attack, and mitigation strategies to reduce the associated risks. Additionally, I will include screenshots and steps from my lab demonstration using the Responder tool and NTLM Relay X.