Nighthawk
An advanced C2 framework for red teaming.
Overview
Nighthawk is a commercial, advanced, and evasive command-and-control (C2) framework designed for red teaming and adversary simulation. Developed by MDSec, it is built with a strong focus on operational security and bypassing modern defensive solutions like EDRs and network monitoring tools.
✨ Key Features
- Advanced EDR evasion and userland hooking bypasses
- Malleable C2 profiles for HTTP/S and DNS
- In-memory .NET assembly execution
- Advanced sleep obfuscation and jitter techniques
- Customizable reflective loader
- Detailed operational security (OpSec) controls
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extreme focus on operational security and evasion techniques.
- Developed by a well-respected security consultancy (MDSec).
- Often incorporates novel research for bypassing defenses.
Unique Value: Provides red teams with one of the most advanced and evasive C2 frameworks available, built from the ground up to defeat modern security controls.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Operating stealthily in environments with advanced EDR and network security monitoring.
- Simulating sophisticated threat actors with a high degree of OpSec.
- Executing post-exploitation tasks with minimal forensic footprint.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Beginner penetration testing.
- Automated vulnerability scanning.
🏆 Alternatives
Positioned as a more advanced and stealthy alternative to Cobalt Strike, competing directly with Brute Ratel C4 for the top-tier commercial C2 market.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Standard tier)
💰 Pricing
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