Virtualization-Based Security Enclaves for Offensive Operations
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🛡️💻 Exploring Virtualization-Based Security Enclaves for Offensive Operations. This article, co-authored by Matteo Malvica and Cedric Van Bockhaven, introduces the concept of Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) enclaves, which provide a software-based Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) on Windows systems. Enclaves isolate sensitive data and operations, making them difficult for unauthorized actors to access, including advanced malware. The authors discuss the potential for using VBS enclaves in offensive security, highlighting their ability to securely store and process malicious code. They also outline the architecture of VBS enclaves, their development challenges, and existing applications, such as Microsoft Defender’s Enhanced Phishing Protection. The article sets the stage for a follow-up piece that will delve into exploitation techniques and practical applications of VBS enclaves in offensive operations.
