I discovered this exceptional lab curated by Eric Capuano, all thanks to the guidance of Dr. Gerald Auger. This comprehensive walkthrough is a two-part treasure trove for anyone looking to dive into the world of SOC analysis. With Eric's guidance, you'll embark on a journey that offers hands-on experience with a plethora of real-world tools, including:

• VM Workstation:
  • Learn to import VMs effectively
• Ubuntu Server:
  • Installation and configuration
• Windows VM:
  • Installation and configuration
  • Registry config
  • Sysmon implementation
    • Install SwiftOnSecurity's config for enhanced functionality
• LimaCharlie:
  • Advanced Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platform
• Silver:
  • A powerful Command & Control (C2) framework developed by BishopFox

So you want to be a SOC Analyst? Intro

So you want to be a SOC Analyst? Part 1

So you want to be a SOC Analyst? Part 2

Gerald provides a fantastic walkthrough on YouTube that can help you get past any issues you may run into:

Uncover the Secrets of a Home SOC Analyst Lab! [Step-by-Step Walkthrough]

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Helpful links:

VMware Knowledge Base

Download VMware Workstation Pro