ntlmv2 relay

NTLMv2 relay is a technique used in cyberattacks where an attacker intercepts and forwards NTLMv2 authentication requests to gain unauthorized access to resources. On WindowsForum.com, discussions highlight its use by advanced persistent threat groups like Pawn Storm (APT28), also known as Forest Blizzard, which combines noisy brute-force attacks with stealthy NTLM relay operations against high-value government and defense targets. The tag covers how attackers leverage NTLMv2 relay to compromise Windows environments, often as part of broader campaigns involving phishing and credential theft. Understanding NTLMv2 relay is crucial for implementing mitigations such as signing, channel binding, and disabling NTLM where possible.