Assume breach. HackLabs simulates an insider threat or post-compromise attacker navigating your internal network, targeting Active Directory, and escalating privileges toward your crown jewels.
Talk to an ExpertMost successful breaches pivot from an initial foothold to full domain compromise within hours. Internal network penetration testing answers the critical question: if an attacker lands on your network — through phishing, a VPN compromise, or a malicious insider — how far can they go? HackLabs testers specialise in Active Directory attacks, lateral movement, and the techniques used by real ransomware groups targeting Australian organisations.
We systematically attack Active Directory using the techniques employed by modern threat actors — Kerberoasting, Pass-the-Hash, DCSync, and ADCS abuse.
Our internal assessments replicate the initial access, lateral movement, and data staging techniques used by ransomware operators targeting your sector.
We provide network access equivalent to a compromised workstation or VPN credential — the most realistic starting point for post-compromise testing.
Kerberoasting, AS-REP Roasting, DCSync, Golden/Silver Ticket attacks, and ADCS privilege escalation paths to domain administrator.
Credential reuse, Pass-the-Hash, Pass-the-Ticket, and living-off-the-land techniques to move across your environment.
Local and domain privilege escalation on Windows and Linux systems — misconfigured services, unpatched vulnerabilities, and weak permissions.
Testing whether VLAN boundaries, firewall ACLs, and segmentation controls actually prevent lateral movement between zones.
Password spraying, credential stuffing, and offline cracking of captured hashes across internal services and Active Directory.
Simulating data staging and exfiltration to test DLP controls, logging, and detection capabilities without actual data leaving.
We define the engagement boundaries, objectives, and rules of engagement. Clear scope means focused testing and accurate results.
Senior consultants conduct both automated and manual testing, replicating real-world attack techniques against your environment.
Detailed technical findings with risk ratings, proof-of-concept evidence, and clear remediation guidance for both technical and executive audiences.
We stay engaged beyond the report. Our team answers remediation questions and offers a complimentary re-test on critical findings.
CREST-certified testers across all disciplines. Independently audited methodology you can trust.
Extensive track record across enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure sectors.
Founded by Chris Gatford — over two decades of offensive security experience at your service.
No graduates on client engagements. Every test is run by experienced, certified professionals.
Test how attackers gain initial access to your internal network from the internet.
Combine external, internal, and social engineering into a full red team operation.
Test whether your people would provide the initial foothold attackers need.
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