Windows Access Tokens

WAT

Windows Access Tokens

Windows Access Tokens (WAT)

Overview

The Certified Windows Access Tokens Specialist (WAT) certification is designed for cybersecurity professionals who want to understand the intricacies of Windows access tokens and their role in user authentication and authorization. This course covers the creation, manipulation, and exploitation of access tokens, providing essential skills for red team operations.

The certification validates an individual’s ability to:

  • Understand the structure and function of access tokens in Windows.
  • Enumerate, duplicate, create, and modify access tokens.
  • Impersonate users on local and remote systems using access tokens.

Course Details

The WAT certification consists of 27 lessons that provide in-depth knowledge about Windows access tokens.

Topics Covered:

  • Logon Sessions: Understanding how logon sessions work in Windows.
  • Access Tokens: Overview of what access tokens are and their significance.
  • Token Types: Exploring different types of access tokens and their uses.
  • Token Privileges: Understanding privileges associated with access tokens.
  • Restricted Tokens: Learning about restricted tokens and their applications.
  • Credential Cache: Insights into how credentials are cached within Windows.
  • Impersonation Techniques: Methods for impersonating users using access tokens.
  • UAC Bypass: Techniques for bypassing User Account Control (UAC) using tokens.

Learning Materials:

Participants will receive comprehensive resources, including instructional videos and practical exercises, to reinforce their understanding of access token manipulation.

Exam Structure

The WAT certification is awarded upon successful completion of the course content, 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 WAT?

The WAT certification is ideal for:

  • Red team specialists looking to enhance their skills in user impersonation techniques.
  • Penetration testers wanting to deepen their knowledge of Windows security mechanisms.
  • Malware developers interested in understanding how to exploit access tokens.

Resources