The article explains how flat enterprise networks enable easy lateral movement and domain compromise. It shows how Active Directory tiering models segment privileges and systems to prevent attackers from escalating access.
Active Directory Security Assessment: Password Spraying, Privilege Escalation, and Kerberoasting
This article analyzes an Active Directory attack chain where password spraying reveals valid credentials, privileged accounts enable escalation, and Kerberoasting exposes service account hashes, demonstrating how weak credential management can lead to full domain compromise.