Ligolo-ng: A guide to simple pivoting into an internal network
Jacob Smith
SAINTCON 2025 · Day 2 · Main Track 2
In the realm of ethical hacking and penetration testing, gaining initial access to a target system is often just the first step. The real challenge, and often the most rewarding part, lies in **pivoting** – extending one's reach into otherwise inaccessible internal networks. Jacob Smith, known by his handle Neoite, delivered a compelling presentation at SAINTCON, shedding light on **Ligolo-ng**, a powerful yet remarkably simple tool designed to facilitate this crucial stage of an engagement. The talk, titled "Ligolo-ng: A guide to simple pivoting into an internal network," serves as an essential guide for red teamers and penetration testers looking to streamline their internal network access strategies.