Infection Monkey vs ShadowBreach

Infection Monkey is an open-source breach and attack simulation tool for checking data center resilience to perimeter breaches and internal server infection. Monkey Agent scans systems and simulates attack techniques, while Monkey Island Server provides a command-and-control web interface. The tool maps visible machines, accessible services, and possible routes through a network, then reports security issues the agents discover or exploit. It supports on-premises environments, containers, and public and private clouds. The documented AWS integration uses Systems Manager to run Infection Monkey on EC2 instances, and plugins can be installed, updated, removed, or uploaded through the Monkey Island interface. Internet access is not required; when available, it is used to check for updates and whether machines can reach the internet. The FAQ says sensitive data is encrypted in the Island database and sent to agents over HTTPS, and that first launch requires creating credentials for access to the server. It also says the tool avoids exploits or attacks that may affect target systems, including EternalBlue. The Free plan is free.

ShadowBreach is an AI-enabled cyber operations platform from Markon Solutions for planning, executing, and documenting attack activity within a local environment. It is designed for red team operations, exercise red cells, and repeatable test and evaluation. The platform parses threat and vulnerability data for continuous testing and self-service red team work. Operators set escalation thresholds, while the system records the reasoning behind actions and maintains a decision trail during an engagement. Its adversary emulation adapts tactics when defensive actions change. Teams can rerun standardized test packs against new builds, schedule testing continuously, and scale scenarios across training audiences. Framework-mapped reporting is generated during operations to reduce manual documentation while retaining operator authority. Markon is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, United States. ShadowBreach is paid with pricing on request; Markon invites prospective users to contact its team and request a product demo. No third-party integrations, certification, compliance standard, or support terms are listed.