BOF Development and Tradecraft

BOFDT

BOF Development and Tradecraft

BOF Development and Tradecraft (BOFDT)

Overview

The Certified BOF Development and Tradecraft Specialist (BOFDT) certification is designed for cybersecurity professionals interested in mastering the creation and manipulation of Beacon Object Files (BOFs) for use in Cobalt Strike and other command-and-control frameworks. This course provides hands-on experience in developing operational BOFs, focusing on practical techniques and strategies.

The certification validates an individual’s ability to:

  • Write and deploy BOFs for various red teaming operations.
  • Understand the Windows API and how it interacts with BOFs.
  • Implement offensive tradecraft using Cobalt Strike’s Aggressor scripting language.

Course Details

The BOFDT certification consists of 63 lessons that guide participants through the process of BOF development from foundational concepts to advanced techniques.

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to BOFs: Overview of Beacon Object Files and their role in red teaming.
  • Development Environment Setup: Instructions for setting up development environments on both Windows and Linux.
  • Windows API: Understanding the Windows API for effective BOF development.
  • Cobalt Strike Aggressor Scripting: Utilizing Aggressor scripts to enhance BOF functionality.
  • Creating Operational BOFs: Step-by-step guidance on developing three operationally ready BOFs, including:
    • Ransomware simulation
    • UAC bypass tool conversion
    • Long-running tasks using position-independent code (PIC)
  • Testing and Analysis: Techniques for testing, debugging, and analyzing developed BOFs.

Learning Materials:

Participants will receive access to extensive resources, including code downloads, instructional videos, and practical examples to reinforce their learning experience.

Exam Structure

The BOFDT certification is awarded upon successful completion of all course lessons, with no formal exam required. Candidates demonstrate their understanding through practical application within the course.

Key Exam Requirements:

  • Completion of all lessons in the course.
  • Participation in practical exercises designed to reinforce learning.

Who Should Take BOFDT?

The BOFDT certification is ideal for:

  • Malware developers looking to enhance their skills in creating functional exploits.
  • Penetration testers wanting to deepen their understanding of offensive techniques.
  • Red team specialists aiming to improve their operational capabilities with BOFs.

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