TOOL TUTORIAL · Network Administration & Security Assessment

How to install and use CrackMapExec

CrackMapExec (CME) is a versatile post-exploitation tool used for penetration testing and red team operations. It focuses on automating the process of assessing large Active Directory networks. CME allows security professionals to execute various network-based attacks, exploit v…

Quick install: pipx install crackmapexec

Installation steps

  1. Install pipx on your Linux machine
  2. Run pipx install crackmapexec
  3. Confirm it runs with crackmapexec --help
  4. Set up a lab such as a test domain controller

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