Offensive Driver Development

ODD

Offensive Driver Development

Offensive Driver Development (ODD)

Overview

The Certified Offensive Driver Development Specialist (ODD) certification is designed for cybersecurity professionals who want to learn how to develop and manipulate Windows kernel-mode drivers. This course covers the essential techniques for writing drivers, debugging them, and implementing various abuse primitives to enhance offensive capabilities.

The certification validates an individual’s ability to:

  • Set up a development environment for writing and testing Windows drivers.
  • Understand the anatomy of a driver, including loading, unloading, and I/O control codes.
  • Implement techniques to bypass security mechanisms such as process protection and driver signature enforcement.

Course Details

The ODD certification consists of 26 lessons that provide a comprehensive understanding of driver development.

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to Drivers: Overview of what a driver is and its role in the Windows operating system.
  • Development Environment Setup: Configuring Hyper-V, WinDbg, and Visual Studio for driver development.
  • Driver Entry and Unloading: Understanding the lifecycle of a driver from loading to unloading.
  • Debugging Techniques: Utilizing kernel debugging tools to troubleshoot driver issues.
  • I/O Control Codes: Implementing dispatch routines for handling I/O requests.
  • Client-Side Code: Writing user-mode applications that interact with the driver.
  • Abuse Primitives: Techniques for removing process protection and disabling kernel callback routines.

Learning Materials:

Participants will receive access to a variety of resources, including practical examples and exercises designed to reinforce their understanding of driver development.

Exam Structure

The ODD 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 ODD?

The ODD certification is ideal for:

  • Malware developers seeking to enhance their skills in kernel-mode programming.
  • Red team specialists wanting to understand how to leverage drivers in offensive operations.
  • Penetration testers interested in developing custom tools for security assessments.

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