MITRE CALDERA
An automated adversary emulation system.
Overview
Developed by MITRE, CALDERA is a cybersecurity platform designed to automate adversary emulation. It is built on the MITRE ATT&CK framework and allows security teams to launch automated breach-and-attack scenarios. CALDERA helps organizations evaluate their defenses, train their security teams, and identify security gaps by mimicking the post-compromise behavior of real-world adversaries.
✨ Key Features
- Automated Adversary Emulation
- Built on the MITRE ATT&CK Framework
- Extensible through a plugin architecture
- Autonomous operations using planners
- REST API for integration
- Includes agents for Windows, macOS, and Linux
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Developed by MITRE, the creators of ATT&CK
- Completely free and open-source
- Focus on autonomous operations and extensibility
- Strong foundation for security research and development
Unique Value: Provides a powerful, flexible, and free platform for automating adversary emulation, enabling any organization to leverage the MITRE ATT&CK framework for active defense.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Automating the execution of ATT&CK-based TTPs to test EDR detections
- Simulating lateral movement and data exfiltration scenarios
- Training blue teams on how to detect and respond to automated attacks
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations looking for a polished, commercially supported, point-and-click BAS platform.
🏆 Alternatives
While commercial tools offer more user-friendly interfaces and support, CALDERA provides unparalleled flexibility and extensibility for teams willing to invest the time to learn and customize it.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Fully-featured and open-source.
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