README.md

HTB Academy Example - Obsidian Notetaking Structure

🎯 Overview

This folder contains a practical example of the professional notetaking structure from HTB Academy's Documentation & Reporting module. It demonstrates how to organize a real penetration test using Obsidian with the recommended folder structure and note categories.

📋 Structure Overview

Inlanefreight Penetration Test/
├── Admin/                    # Administrative documents
├── Deliverables/            # Final reports and presentations
├── Evidence/
│   ├── Findings/           # Individual vulnerability evidence
│   ├── Scans/
│   │   ├── AD Enumeration/ # BloodHound, PowerView data
│   │   ├── Service/        # Nmap, service scans
│   │   ├── Vuln/          # Vulnerability scanner output
│   │   └── Web/           # Web application testing
│   ├── Notes/              # Structured documentation
│   ├── OSINT/             # Open source intelligence
│   ├── Wireless/          # WiFi testing (if applicable)
│   ├── Logging output/    # Tmux logs, tool output
│   └── Misc Files/        # Payloads, scripts, tools
└── Retest/                # Post-remediation testing

📝 Obsidian Integration

Key Features

• Markdown-based notes for professional documentation
• Linked references between findings and evidence
• Local storage for client data security
• Template consistency across assessments
• Professional presentation ready

Usage Instructions

1. Open in Obsidian: Select "Open folder as vault"
2. Explore structure: Navigate through folders and notes
3. Review examples: See how findings are documented
4. Practice workflow: Use as template for real assessments

🎯 Example Content

Sample Assessment: INLANEFREIGHT.LOCAL

• Domain compromise via Active Directory attacks
• Complete attack chain from LLMNR poisoning to DCSync
• Professional findings with evidence and remediation
• Organized evidence collection and presentation

Learning Objectives

• Practical notetaking structure implementation
• Professional documentation standards
• Evidence organization best practices
• Client-ready presentation format

💡 Key Takeaways

This example demonstrates:

1. Structured approach to penetration test documentation
2. Professional organization for complex assessments
3. Evidence management for comprehensive reporting
4. Obsidian integration for efficient notetaking
5. Real-world application of HTB Academy methodology

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This practical example shows how professional penetration testing documentation should be organized for maximum efficiency and client value.