Episode 37 — Trace Attack Vectors From First Contact to Initial Foothold (Task 1)
This episode teaches how to trace attack vectors from first contact to initial foothold, which is critical for both incident response and exam questions that ask you to identify where defenses failed. You will learn common initial access methods such as phishing, credential abuse, exposed services, and third-party compromise, and how each leaves different artifacts in logs and endpoint telemetry. We will discuss how attackers convert access into a foothold through persistence and privilege elevation, and how early decisions by defenders shape containment success. You will also hear practical examples of building a timeline with incomplete evidence and deciding what to validate next to avoid false attribution. The exam often tests your ability to identify the most plausible entry path given limited clues and to recommend a next action that preserves evidence while reducing continued attacker access. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
