### Overview
The detection of lateral movement through the SMB protocol indicates an expansion of the threat within the network. This report analyzes the methods used by NetTraveler to move laterally and compromise additional systems.

### Techniques Employed
- **Credential Theft**: Use of stolen credentials to access shared resources.
- **Exploitation of Vulnerabilities**: Targeting unpatched SMB vulnerabilities to propagate malware.

### Defensive Measures
- Disable SMBv1 and apply patches to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Employ network segmentation to limit lateral movement and restrict access to sensitive resources.