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8 Tips for Best Results in Red-Teaming

By Zac Amos, Features Editor, ReHack

In cybersecurity, a red team exercise is a unique way to ensure businesses can respond to cyberattacks
appropriately. While it’s generally beneficial, taking extra steps can ensure they get the best results.

What Is a Red Team Exercise?

Red-teaming is the practice of using ethical hackers to intentionally attack internal software. The purpose
is to see how the company’s cybersecurity — or blue — team would react to a real-world security threat.
While it’s similar to a penetration test, no employee has advance notice, targets are variable and the
“attackers” test all systems simultaneously.

They use various tools to mimic an attacker’s movements, including system reconnaissance, vulnerability
exploitation and data exfiltration. The process provides an organization with a life-like simulation,
accurately informing them of potential risk areas. How can businesses get the most out of their red team
exercise?

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