Build A Cybersecurity Lab Using Proxmox

Your first step towards mastering Cyber Security using a hands on approach

What you'll learn

Cyber Security enthusiasts

Penetration Testers

Red team operations aspirants

Cyber Security trainers

Requirements

Basic experience using Virtual Machines is recommended but not mandatory

Description

Learn how to build your own professional-grade cybersecurity laboratory from scratch! This hands-on course guides you through creating a secure testing environment where you can safely practice security techniques, malware analysis, and penetration testing. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced IT professional, this course provides the foundation for your cybersecurity journey.You'll learn to set up essential virtualization tools, configure isolated networks, and deploy the most important security tools used by professionals. Starting with basic lab safety and setup, we'll progress to advanced configurations including:Multiple virtual machines running various operating systemsNetwork isolation and segmentationSecurity tools like Wireshark, Nmap, and MetasploitVulnerable machines for practicing ethical hackingMalware analysis environmentsIntrusion Detection Systems (IDS)Security logging and monitoring solutionsPerfect for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, IT administrators, and security enthusiasts, this course provides practical, real-world skills that you can immediately apply. No prior lab experience required – just basic computer knowledge and a desire to learn. Our step-by-step approach ensures you'll understand each component of your security lab.By the end, you'll have a fully functional security lab that you can use for certifications like CompTIA Security+, CEH, or OSCP, as well as continuing education and security research. You'll also learn best practices for maintaining and updating your lab environment to keep it current with emerging threats.Requirements:Computer with minimum 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)100GB free storage spaceBasic networking knowledge

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Course Introduction

Section 2: Getting started with Proxmox setup

Lecture 2 Access Proxmox Management Interface

Lecture 3 Lab Architecture

Lecture 4 Downloading ISO images

Lecture 5 Uploading ISO files to Proxmox

Section 3: Building Domain Controller

Lecture 6 Installing Windows Server 2025

Lecture 7 Setting up Active Directory Environment

Lecture 8 Creating a Service Account and Service Principle Name (SPN)

Lecture 9 Creating Network Shares

Section 4: Building User Workstation

Lecture 10 Installing Windows 10

Lecture 11 Joining the Domain

Lecture 12 Installing Third Party Applications

Section 5: Building Active Directory Certificate Services

Lecture 13 Installing Windows Server 2022

Lecture 14 Configuring ADCS Administrator

Lecture 15 Configuring Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS)

Lecture 16 Creating a Vulnerable Certificate Template (ESC1)

Lecture 17 Validating Vulnerable Certificate Template (ESC1) using Cerify.exe

Section 6: Building Web Server Environment

Lecture 18 Installing Ubunut 24.04 Server

Lecture 19 Installing Docker environment

Section 7: Conclusion

Lecture 20 Course Conclusion

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