Red / Blue / Purple Team Exercise

How do we run an effective exercise with real life use cases.

Engaging all stakeholders and carefully setting goals can enhance your team’s defense capabilities through the role of an attacker. A valuable exercise in the realm of cybersecurity defense is known as a red team/blue team simulated attack. These simulations aim to closely replicate real-world scenarios.

For instance, a member of the red team might assume the role of an employee who clicks on a phishing link, leading to the introduction of malware into the network. The defending team must then locate and contain this malware before it spreads to web servers and other applications. To increase the authenticity, the simulation reproduces actual network traffic, obscuring the attacks just as they would occur in real life.

Now, let’s delve into the concept of red and blue designations. Typically, red team members act as attackers, attempting to bypass security protocols. They employ the same tools and techniques used by actual attackers, resembling the activities of penetration testers but on a broader scale.

Now, let’s discuss the concept of the color purple. Its significance can vary depending on how this team is assembled. The color symbolizes a fusion of both the red and blue teams, enabling collaboration and skill enhancement. This combination may involve representatives from both sides actively working together during the exercise, either as part of their assigned roles or as a collaborative effort to improve their skills.