Cobalt Strike Research Labs is a unique component of the Cobalt Strike platform, standing as a distinct offering that delivers cutting-edge offensive security tooling to red teams.
This specialized arsenal focuses on advanced evasion techniques and emerging attack methodologies, providing capabilities that address the evolving challenges of red team engagements and integrate directly into the Cobalt Strike framework for immediate deployment.
Cobalt Strike Research Labs (CSRL) gives advanced red teamers access to the latest offensive technologies needed to efficiently and effectively emulate advanced threat actors to accurately evaluate defensive resilience.
Cobalt Strike Research Labs: Creations
CSRL provides red teams with access to next generation tools and knowledge that challenge the limits of offensive security operations. Sample projects include:
User-Defined Reflective Loaders (UDRLs)
UDRLs focused on advanced evasion techniques.
Sleep Masks
Advanced obfuscation techniques that protect Beacon while dormant.
Process Injection Techniques
New methods for injecting code to better achieve stealth, maintain persistence, and execute post-exploitation activities.
Experimental Tradecraft
Cutting-edge tools under active development designed to stay ahead of defensive technology advancements.
Knowledge Base and Training
Beyond tools and techniques, CSRL provides resources to ensure red teams can effectively leverage these advanced capabilities.
Knowledge Base
A wiki-style repository documenting CSRL tools, implementation guidance, and use cases to accelerate adoption and maximize operational effectiveness.
Specialized Training Resources
Educational materials and that help red team operators understand the underlying concepts and tactical applications of CSRL tooling.
Access and Community
Research Labs content is delivered through a streamlined, centralized platform designed for ease of access and collaboration:
Unified Portal Access
All Research Labs tools, documentation, and resources are hosted on the Cobalt Strike and OST portal, providing a single location for downloading the latest releases.
Exclusive Slack Community
Research Labs subscribers gain access to a private Slack workspace where uses can collaborate, share insights, and provide feedback to the to the Cobalt Strike Research Labs development team and fellow practitioners.
Want to Gain Entrance to Cobalt Strike Research Labs?
Access is exclusive to the Red Team Suite and Offensive Security Suite. Learn more about these offerings and the advanced research capabilities they provide.