Ligolo-ng

Ligolo-ng: A Simple Reverse Proxy for Pivoting

Ligolo-ng is an advanced, open-source reverse proxy tool used in penetration testing to facilitate communication with internal systems behind firewalls or NATs. Unlike traditional tools like SSH tunneling or VPNs, Ligolo-ng doesn’t require pre-configured access to the target system, offering more flexibility and stealth for bypassing network restrictions.

Why Ligolo-ng is Easier for Pivoting:

• No SSH or VPN required: Ligolo-ng bypasses firewalls and NATs without needing SSH access.

• Multiple protocols: Supports HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, RDP, and more, allowing access to various internal services.

• Stealthy & versatile: Provides encrypted tunnels and can be used in restrictive environments.

Ligolo-ng allows attackers to pivot securely and remotely access internal resources, making it an essential tool for red teaming and post-exploitation activities.