Navigating the Cybersecurity Journey: Tackling Ubuntu Crashes and VirtualBox Hiccups
Building a homelab for cybersecurity is both challenging and rewarding. However, maintaining a stable lab environment can sometimes feel like a battle of troubleshooting, especially when working with tools like Ubuntu and VirtualBox. In this post, I’ll walk through my experience managing these challenges and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. Setting Up […]
Vulnerability Management: Scanning and Remediation with Nessus Essential
Vulnerability Management: Scanning and Remediation with Nessus Essential Summary: In this project, I used Nessus Essentials, a widely used vulnerability scanning tool, to run scans on a Windows 10 virtual machine pre-configured in VirtualBox. I intentionally added outdated software to simulate real-world security vulnerabilities. Using Nessus, I conducted thorough vulnerability scans to identify potential risks […]
Creating a Virtual Lab: Active Directory Setup and Configuration
Virtualbox Home Lab Setup With Active Directory Configuration Summary: For this project, I set up a home lab using VirtualBox to run Active Directory, configure a DHCP server, and automate user creation with PowerShell. It’s a practical way to dig into networking concepts while working hands-on with real-world tools in a lab environment. Highlights: 🖥️ […]