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title: "Red teaming"
url: "https://unshade.pl/en/services/red-teaming"
lang: "en"
summary: "A simulated real-world attack — we test your systems and your team's readiness to respond."
---

# Red teaming

A scenario from reconnaissance to objective, run without warning the defenders. We test detection, procedures and response time, not just systems.

## Scope

- Reconnaissance and phishing
- Initial access and privilege escalation
- Lateral movement and Active Directory
- Agreed objectives (flags)
- Working with the blue team (purple)

## What you get

- Step-by-step attack narrative
- Detection and response assessment
- Recommendations for the defenders
- Debrief workshop

## What red teaming is

Advanced security testing that simulates real attacks on an organisation's IT infrastructure. The goal is to identify security gaps, evaluate how well protection mechanisms work and check how ready incident response teams are. The simulation tests not only technical controls but also processes, policies and how people react.

## How it differs from a penetration test

A penetration test focuses on technical vulnerabilities within a defined scope. Red teaming is broader: it also covers organisational processes, human responses and security policies, giving a fuller picture of your security posture. It pursues one business objective — such as access to customer data — by any route, and measures whether and when the organisation notices.

## Types of tests

- **Social engineering** — phishing, pretexting and baiting; simulations by email, phone and SMS test how easily sensitive data can be obtained.
- **Targeted attacks** — carefully planned scenarios aimed at selected people, departments or assets that are critical links in your security.
- **Technical testing** — system and device configuration, web and mobile applications, exploration of potential attack vectors.
- **TLPT (Threat-Led Penetration Testing)** — tests driven by realistic threat scenarios, in line with industry and regulatory guidance such as DORA.
- **Procedure and response analysis** — how well attacks are detected, how fast and adequate the response is, crisis procedures and internal communication.
- **Physical attacks** — unauthorised entry attempts, manipulation techniques and the resilience of access control systems.

## What you gain

- **Holistic security** — technical, organisational and human assessment in one engagement.
- **Greater resilience** — an organisation prepared for real threats, with fewer incidents.
- **Better processes** — faster incident response and clearer communication.
- **Regulatory compliance** — ISO 27001, DORA and NIS2.

## Who it is for

Organisations that already have baseline controls and their own SOC team or provider — and want to know whether it all works under pressure.

## What our clients say

> Working with Unshade guarantees professionalism and the highest standards. The team's flexibility, discretion and commitment were outstanding. I highly recommend Unshade as a reliable partner.
> — Marcin Marczewski, CEO, Resilia

> Unshade is a trusted partner in social engineering testing. Their knowledge and professionalism have helped us better protect our company's information security. The results exceeded our expectations, and the knowledge gained has become a key part of our security strategy.
> — Przemysław Pasek, CEO, Samba.ai

> Unshade are experts you can rely on. Their knowledge, precision and dedication allowed us to ensure the highest level of security for our client's systems. I recommend their services to anyone looking for a solid partner in penetration testing.
> — Michał Mikołajczak, CEO, DataRabbit

## Blog

- [120 minutes that can save your company – a cybersecurity awareness training](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/120-minutes-that-can-save-your-company.md)
- [PBKDF i bcrypt](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/pbkdf-and-bcrypt.md)
- [How to Bypass AMSI? My Experience with PowerShell Bypassing](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/how-to-bypass-amsi.md)
- [Bcrypt Cocktail and Hash Extraction](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/bcrypt-cocktail-and-hash-extraction.md)
- [Sacrificial session](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/sacrificial-session.md)
- [Hash function](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/hash-function.md)
- [Introduction to Password Cracking #3 Rules](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/introduction-to-password-cracking-3-rules.md)
- [Introduction to Password Cracking #1 Intro](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/introduction-to-password-cracking-1-intro.md)
- [Introduction to Password Cracking #2 Wordlists](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/introduction-to-password-cracking-2-wordlists.md)
- [CrackMeIFYouCan 2022 DEFCON Writeup](https://unshade.pl/en/blog/crackmeifyoucan-2022-defcon-writeup.md)

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