BloodHound

Map Active Directory attack paths.

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pkg: bloodhound

BloodHound ingests AD data and graphs privilege relationships to reveal paths to Domain Admin.

Syntax

bloodhound (GUI + neo4j) ; collect with SharpHound

Example

bloodhound

Load SharpHound data and query shortest paths to high-value targets.

Advantages
  • Reveals non-obvious AD paths
  • Powerful graph queries
Disadvantages
  • Needs collection + neo4j
  • Collection can be noisy
Tags
#ad#graph#privesc

Official docs: BloodHound ↗

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Frequently asked questions

What is BloodHound used for?
BloodHound ingests AD data and graphs privilege relationships to reveal paths to Domain Admin.
What is an example BloodHound command?
A common example is: bloodhound — Load SharpHound data and query shortest paths to high-value targets.
Is BloodHound part of Kali Linux?
Yes. BloodHound ships with Kali Linux (and Parrot OS). If missing, install it with: sudo apt install bloodhound.
What category of security tool is BloodHound?
BloodHound is a Post-Exploitation tool with a medium-risk profile when run against a live target.

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