Hacking Windows Active Directory in 10 Minutes 🖥️
Learn how to quickly hack Windows Active Directory in just 10 minutes. Thanks to ThreatLocker for sponsoring this guide!

David Bombal
456.2K views • Apr 10, 2026

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0:00 - Coming up
0:54 - Spencer Alessi introduction & background
02:20 - Pentesting demo // Active Directory
03:34 - Control paths // Finding bad permissions with ADeleg
06:04 - Finding bad permissions with NetTools
06:52 - The most common issue
08:15 - Certificate abuse
12:20 - Quick recap
12:30 - Certificate abuse continued
15:10 - Pentesting summary
15:09 - How to become a pentester
18:48 - Recommended certifications
20:54 - Advice for blue teamers
22:15 - Overcoming being an introvert // Soft skills vs tech skills
23:43 - Windows hacking in the real world
24:54 - Conclusion
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#microsoft #windows11 #hacker
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// MENU //
0:00 - Coming up
0:54 - Spencer Alessi introduction & background
02:20 - Pentesting demo // Active Directory
03:34 - Control paths // Finding bad permissions with ADeleg
06:04 - Finding bad permissions with NetTools
06:52 - The most common issue
08:15 - Certificate abuse
12:20 - Quick recap
12:30 - Certificate abuse continued
15:10 - Pentesting summary
15:09 - How to become a pentester
18:48 - Recommended certifications
20:54 - Advice for blue teamers
22:15 - Overcoming being an introvert // Soft skills vs tech skills
23:43 - Windows hacking in the real world
24:54 - Conclusion
Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel!
Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only.
#microsoft #windows11 #hacker
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