Setting Up a Security Lab Environment

• Lab Setup
Security Lab Setup

Setting up a proper security lab environment is crucial for learning and practicing cybersecurity concepts safely. In this guide, I'll walk you through creating a secure and isolated virtual lab environment.

Required Components

  • Virtualization software (VMware or VirtualBox)
  • Operating systems ISOs
  • Network configuration tools
  • Security testing tools

Step 1: Setting Up Virtual Machines

First, we'll create our virtual machines using VMware Workstation Pro. Here's the basic configuration:

VM Specifications:
- RAM: 4GB
- CPU: 2 cores
- Storage: 60GB
- Network: Host-only network
VM Setup Screenshot

Security Considerations

Remember to keep your lab environment isolated from your main network. Here are some key security measures:

  • Use host-only networking
  • Disable shared folders when not needed
  • Regular snapshots for recovery
  • Strong passwords for all VMs