Havoc C2 Framework: Getting Started Guide

Havoc is an open-source command-and-control framework that’s quickly become the go-to alternative to Cobalt Strike for red teamers who can’t justify the $5,000/seat price tag. It’s actively developed, has solid evasion capabilities, and the implant — called Demon — supports most of what you need for a real engagement. This guide walks you through everything: installation, listener setup, Demon payload generation, post-exploitation, and evasion basics. What Is Havoc C2? Havoc is a modern C2 framework built by HavocFramework . The architecture follows the standard red team playbook: ...

July 28, 2026 · 9 min · Red Team Guide

Sliver C2 Complete Setup and Usage Guide 2026

Sliver is an open-source C2 framework built by BishopFox. It was designed to replace Cobalt Strike for red teams who can’t or won’t pay $5,000+ per year. Since its release, it’s become one of the most serious alternatives — used by actual red teams, not just CTF players. This guide covers everything: installation, server setup, operator sessions, generating implants, running post-exploitation, and avoiding the common mistakes that get you caught. ...

July 24, 2026 · 9 min · Red Team Guide