How to use PowerShell for security

Originally posted on August 27, 2014.

In the sixth edition of the Exploring Information Security (EIS) podcast, I talk with PowerShell guru Matt Johnson a founder of PoshSec.

Matt Johnson has spoken at conference's like GrrCon and DerbyCon on using PowerShell for security. He also has his own podcast titled, Leveled up Infosec Podcast and he's the founder of PoshSec. You can catch Matt tweeting about security on Twitter @mwjcomputing.

In this interview we cover:

  • What is PowerShell
  • How to get started using PowerShell
  • How to best utilize PowerShell for security
  • Available resource
  • What mistakes can be made using PowerShell for security