Data verified May 2026
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GOAD is a pentest active directory LAB project that provides pentesters with a vulnerable Active Directory environment to practice attack techniques. The lab includes different versions like GOAD (5 vms, 2 forests, 3 domains), GOAD-Light (3 vms, 1 forest, 2 domains), SCCM (4 vms, 1 forest, 1 domain with Microsoft Configuration Manager), and NHA (a challenge with 5 vms and 2 domains). The lab requires about 77GB of space for VMs and a total of ~115 GB for the entire lab.
GOAD FAQ
Common questions about GOAD including features, pricing, alternatives, and user reviews.
GOAD is Pentest active directory LAB project for practicing attack techniques. It is a Security Operations solution designed to help security teams with Lab.
GOAD is a free Security Operations tool. This makes it accessible for organizations of all sizes, from startups to enterprises. Visit https://github.com/Orange-Cyberdefense/GOAD/ for download and installation instructions.
Popular alternatives to GOAD include:
1.ACI Learning Skill Labs - Virtual hands-on IT & cybersecurity lab platform for academic programs. (Commercial)
2.Hack The Box Pro Labs - Subscription-based enterprise red team simulation labs with AD focus. (Commercial)
3.Hack The Box Hacking Labs - Virtual hacking labs platform with 1,720+ hands-on cybersecurity challenges. (Commercial)
4.Immersive Cloud Security Training - Hands-on cloud security training labs for AWS, Azure, and Sentinel teams. (Commercial)
5.Gray Hat Hacking v6 Lab 29 - A hands-on cybersecurity laboratory environment for Gray Hat Hacking Chapter 29 that creates virtualized Docker and Kali Linux machines using Terraform for practical security training exercises. (Free)
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GOAD is for security teams and organizations that need Lab. It's particularly suitable for small to medium-sized teams looking for cost-effective solutions. Other Security Operations tools can be found at https://cybersectools.com/categories/security-operations
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