adws

The tag adws covers Active Directory Web Services (ADWS), a protocol used for querying and managing Active Directory over HTTP/S. Content under this tag focuses on ADWS as a vector for Active Directory enumeration, particularly from Linux hosts. A featured thread discusses SoaPy, a tool developed by IBM X-Force Red that leverages ADWS for stealthy AD reconnaissance. The discussion highlights implications for Windows administrators and enterprise defenders, emphasizing the need to monitor ADWS traffic and secure Active Directory environments against such enumeration techniques. The tag is relevant for IT security professionals and system administrators concerned with Active Directory attack surfaces and defensive strategies.