For fans of the video game, the Easter eggs (like the "Catch-a-Ride" SMB share) make the grind enjoyable. For aspiring penetration testers, it solidifies the universal truth of hacking: Never trust a service just because it’s old, and always double-check your privileges.
Upon deploying the machine, you are presented with an IP address. Your first step is standard recon.
JuicyPotato.exe -l 1337 -p c:\windows\system32\cmd.exe -a "/c whoami > C:\privesc.txt" -t * borderlands tryhackme
One unique aspect of this lab involves investigating .git directories. Attackers may need to manually reconstruct git objects using git cat-file -p to uncover sensitive history or credentials. Phase 2: Pivoting and Network Navigation
, API exploitation, and lateral movement. It is considered one of the more challenging networking-focused rooms on the platform. For fans of the video game, the Easter
At first glance, the site may appear generic. This is where tools like or ffuf come into play. You need to bruteforce directories to find hidden pages (e.g., /admin , /backup , /secret ).
Completing this room grants , reflecting the high level of effort and skill required to navigate its intricate network topology. It is a premier choice for users looking to transition from basic machine hacking to advanced network-wide penetration testing. Your first step is standard recon
You cannot download tools via certutil or wget because the Windows Defender is active. You must use a PowerShell Alternate Data Stream (ADS) to hide your exploit.
Intermediate/Hard Category: Windows Machine Primary Focus: UnrealIRCd exploitation, JuicyPotato privilege escalation, and manual enumeration.
So, equip your preferred Linux distro, load up your wordlists, and remember the Vault Hunter’s motto: Ain’t no rest for the wicked... until you see that root flag.