HackTheBox Writeups @ GuidedHacking
Tags: hackthebox, penetrationtesting, pentesting
Published: 2023-07-31 20:15:02

GudiedHacking's HackTheBox Walkthroughs
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The cybersecurity landscape constantly evolves, requiring both beginners and professionals alike to keep their skills sharp. An innovative platform, [HackTheBox](https://www.reddit.com/r/hackthebox/), has been a popular go-to for enthusiasts seeking real-world security testing scenarios. It provides an online environment to practice and improve cybersecurity skills, encouraging users to 'think outside the box'. This environment is perfect for honing skills, engaging with a community of like-minded individuals, and even discovering new attack vectors and methodologies.

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HackTheBox Writeups: Essential Learning Tools
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Often, after conquering a box on HackTheBox, users will share their journey, the challenges they faced, and the methods they used to overcome them. These writeups serve as invaluable learning resources for the community. The [Hack The Box Return walkthrough](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/hackthebox-return-writeup.20152/) on Guided Hacking, for instance, provides in-depth insights into the tackling of this particular box. It clearly illustrates the steps required to conquer the box, which involves a fascinating blend of information gathering, vulnerability scanning, exploiting, and post-exploitation.

Moving forward, the [HackTheBox Trick writeup](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/hackthebox-trick-writeup.20113/) unveils another compelling narrative. Here, the author shares how they exploited a Node.js application using a deserialization vulnerability to gain initial access. Detailed discussion about escalating privileges using a PATH hijacking technique also forms part of this writeup.

Stay Updated with HackTheBox on Twitter
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Keeping up-to-date with HackTheBox's latest activities is as simple as following their [official Twitter account](https://twitter.com/hackthebox_eu). Here, you'll find updates on newly released boxes, events, and other relevant cybersecurity information. It's an excellent way to stay informed and engage with the larger community.

More Writeups: Unveiling Different Tactics
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The journey doesn't stop there. More writeups, like the [HTB Streamio Walkthrough](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/hackthebox-streamio-writeup.20096/), expose the audience to another kind of attack vector. In this particular writeup, the author shows how a web application with open file read functionality can be exploited to gain access to sensitive information. This kind of real-world scenario sheds light on how seemingly trivial oversights can become significant security threats.

Next, the [HackTheBox Faculty tutorial](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/hackthebox-faculty-writeup.20097/) provides an intriguing narrative about a box that simulates a university's infrastructure. This writeup vividly illustrates the exploitation of Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability and privilege escalation using a SUID binary.

Finally, the [Acute writeup](https://guidedhacking.com/threads/hackthebox-acute-writeup.20079/) is another outstanding resource, exploring an intriguing box that is a combination of real-world vulnerabilities and CTF style. It's a riveting tale of exploiting an exposed Docker API and eventually gaining root access by exploiting an SUID binary.

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These writeups serve as a veritable treasure trove of learning opportunities for cybersecurity enthusiasts on the HackTheBox platform. Engaging with these narratives can offer in-depth insights into a variety of attack vectors and exploit methods, serving as an invaluable tool for honing your skills.