Hands-on practice, included in every part of OffSec training
Learning Library
Proving Grounds
Cyber Ranges
OffSec Learning Library Labs
Apply what you learn with hands-on labs built into OffSec content, whether included in a course, a learning path, or as an individual module. These labs mirror real-world scenarios, helping learners develop practical skills aligned with key course concepts and enterprise environments.
Explore the OffSec Library OffSec's hands-on labs: Turning knowledge into capability
OffSec's hands-on labs give individuals and teams the space to safely practice, experiment, and build real-world skills that stick.
Varied training opportunities
Engage with labs that cover a wide range of cybersecurity scenarios, from penetration testing to threat hunting.
Real-world, practical challenges
Labs mirror enterprise environments, allowing your individuals and teams to apply skills in scenarios they'll encounter on the job.
Up-to-date content aligned with industry demands
Updated monthly, OffSec's labs are regularly added to keep pace with the latest industry challenges and emerging threats.
OffSec Proving Grounds
Turn your hacking skills into cybersecurity skills with OffSec's Proving Grounds Practice. This unique subscription-based platform offers unlimited access to a diverse range of Windows and Linux machines, each meticulously crafted by our very own OffSec experts.
Practice
Access
Difficulty
Intermediate
Est. Time
1hr 30mins
Practice
Air
Difficulty
Intermediate
Est. Time
1hr 30mins
Practice
Algernon
Difficulty
Easy
Est. Time
1hr
Practice
Apbuse
Difficulty
Intermediate
Est. Time
1hr
Practice
Apex
Difficulty
Intermediate
Est. Time
1hr 30mins
Practice
Arin
Difficulty
Easy
Est. Time
45mins
Why use OffSec Proving Grounds?
Realism
Proving Grounds offers a true-to-life hacking experience, allowing users to practice diverse techniques, explore intriguing pivots, and experience a wide range of possibilities in a realistic environment.
Dynamic updates
Variety
OffSec Cyber Ranges
OffSec's Cyber Ranges offer customizable, real-world simulations that empower teams to develop practical skills through hands-on, live-fire exercises. With environments tailored to your organization's needs and scalable for large teams, they deliver continuous, up-to-date training across both offensive and defensive operations.
Offensive Cyber Range
Zeus
Difficulty
Hard
Est. Time
3hrs
Offensive Cyber Range
Zeebacom
Difficulty
Hard
Est. Time
3hrs
Offensive Cyber Range
XZ
Difficulty
Intermediate
Est. Time
2hrs 30mins
Offensive Cyber Range
Wadler
Difficulty
Intermediate
Est. Time
2hrs 30mins
Offensive Cyber Range
Tharsis
Difficulty
Intermediate
Est. Time
2hrs 30mins
Offensive Cyber Range
Taument
Difficulty
Easy
Est. Time
1h 30mins
Why use OffSec Cyber Range?
Dynamic enterprise environments
The Enterprise Cyber Range mimics enterprise networks with private simulations that include, mail servers, supply chain networks, intranets, custom API servers and client machines that mirror real world enterprise activity.
Live-fire simulations
Train on latest threats
FAQ
OffSec Proving Grounds is a hands-on, interactive lab environment where users can develop and refine their penetration testing skills. Play is free and open to all levels, while Practice offers access to a broader range of machines and more complex scenarios.
OffSec offers a range of labs tailored to different learning needs and goals. Learning Library labs are directly tied to specific OffSec courses, learning paths, and learning modules reinforcing key concepts through hands-on practice. Proving Grounds Play offers free access to beginner-friendly machines, while Proving Grounds Practice provides advanced scenarios, including retired OSCP exam labs. The Enterprise Cyber Range supports scalable training for teams, with labs covering multiple cybersecurity domains to meet enterprise needs.
OffSec labs are designed to benefit learners of all experience levels. Beginners can start with foundational machines, while advanced users can explore complex scenarios through PG Practice labs or specialized content in the Cyber Range. Learners can also upskill through the OffSec Learning Library and related course and Learning Path content, gaining theoretical mastery while applying hands-on skills.
OffSec labs include areas such as:
- Penetration Testing: Explore vulnerabilities and privilege escalation.
- Threat Hunting: Detect anomalies and hidden threats in network data.
- Incident Response: Manage containment, analysis, and recovery.
- Vulnerability Management: Assess and prioritize security risks.
- Red Teaming: Practice adversarial tactics and advanced threat simulation.
And more—each lab equips learners with hands-on, job-ready skills to tackle a wide range of cybersecurity challenges.
New labs are regularly introduced to reflect emerging threats and industry challenges, ensuring learners stay up to date with the latest techniques and vulnerabilities. X-day attacks are up within days of a new attack.
Yes, access to various labs is included with OffSec subscriptions. Proving Grounds labs are included with any OffSec subscription, while the Cyber Ranges are included in Learn Enterprise. Some labs, like Proving Grounds Practice and the Offensive and Defensive Cyber Ranges can be purchased standalone.
Yes, OffSec labs provide direct preparation for certifications. Proving Grounds Practice, for example, includes retired OSCP exam machines, offering focused practice for certification readiness. The courses themselves prepare you for the certifications and include the necessary labs, and the Cyber Ranges take you beyond what's taught in the courses.