PowerShell Basics

Summary

Windows' scripting and automation shell — used defensively for administration and investigation, and offensively by attackers ('living off the land') since it's built into every modern Windows machine.

• 1Write a simple PowerShell script automating a basic Windows administration task.
• 2Learn why PowerShell is a favorite tool for both defenders and attackers on Windows.
• 3Research PowerShell logging and why enabling it matters for detecting malicious use.