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BC Security has announced the release of Empire 6.3.0, the latest iteration of the widely used post-exploitation and adversary emulation framework.

This update reinforces Empire’s position as a premier tool for Red Teams and penetration testers, offering a flexible, modular server architecture written in Python 3 along with extensive agent support.

Unified Architecture and Expanded Agent Support

Empire 6.3.0 continues to streamline operations with its server/client architecture, designed to support multiplayer engagements.

The framework allows multiple operators to collaborate seamlessly while maintaining fully encrypted communications.

A key highlight of this release is the robust support for diverse agent languages, enabling operators to deploy implants across various environments.

Feature CategoryCapabilities and DetailsSupported AgentsPowerShell, Python 3, C#, IronPython 3, GoEvasion & SecurityJA3/S & JARM Evasion, ConfuserEx 2, Invoke-Obfuscation, Encrypted CommsInstallation SupportDocker, Kali, ParrotOS, Ubuntu 22.04/24.04, Debian 11/12Execution ModulesAssembly Execution, BOF Execution, Mimikatz, Rubeus, SeatbeltCompiler IntegrationIntegrated Roslyn compiler (Covenant) for in-memory .NET executionInterfaceCLI Client & Starkiller Web GUI (Git submodule)

The inclusion of Go agents alongside traditional PowerShell and Python 3 agents significantly broadens the operational scope, allowing for execution on systems where interpreted languages might be restricted.

The integrated Starkiller GUI, now packaged as a Git submodule, provides a modern web interface for remote server management.

This eliminates the need for complex independent setups, as Starkiller interfaces directly with Empire’s API to offer a graphical alternative to the command-line client.

Security evasion remains a priority in version 6.3.0. The framework incorporates JA3/S and JARM evasion techniques to blend traffic profiles and bypass network detection logic.

Installation Quickstart:

bashgit clone –recursive
cd Empire
./setup/checkout-latest-tag.sh
./ps-empire install -y
./ps-empire server

Additionally, integrated obfuscation tools like ConfuserEx 2 and Invoke-Obfuscation help mask payloads from antivirus and EDR solutions.

The module library now boasts over 400 supported tools, ranging from Mimikatz and Seatbelt to custom C# assemblies compiled via the integrated Roslyn compiler.

This modular design allows operators to rapidly extend functionality by adding custom plugins or utilizing the flexible module interface for new tools.

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