Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is houndlabs.io?
houndlabs.io is a service that provides temporary, sandboxed BloodHound AD environments for authorized security testing and learning purposes. Each instance is automatically terminated after 1 hour of use.
Who can use this service?
The service is available to certified security professionals, authorized security researchers, students in accredited cybersecurity programs, and security team members of registered organizations. All users must provide valid credentials upon request.
Is this service free?
Yes, the service is currently free to use. However, we reserve the right to implement paid tiers or usage limits in the future.
Technical Questions
What happens after the 1-hour limit?
After 1 hour, your instance is automatically terminated and all data is permanently deleted. You can create a new instance if needed, but there will be no data persistence between sessions.
What are the system requirements?
You only need a modern web browser to access the service. The BloodHound environment runs entirely in our cloud infrastructure.
Can I save my work?
No, the service is designed for temporary testing and learning. All data is deleted after the session ends. We recommend exporting any important findings before the session expires.
Security & Compliance
Is my testing activity monitored?
Yes, all activities are logged and monitored for security purposes. Any suspicious or malicious activities will result in immediate termination of access and potential legal action.
What security measures are in place?
Each instance runs in an isolated sandbox environment with strict resource limitations. All instances are regularly audited and monitored for security compliance.
What if I find a security vulnerability?
If you discover any security vulnerabilities, please report them immediately through our contact form. We take security seriously and will investigate all reports promptly.
Support & Contact
How can I get help?
For technical support or questions, please use our contact form. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.
Can I request a longer session?
Currently, we do not offer extended sessions. The 1-hour limit is strictly enforced to ensure fair resource distribution among users.
How do I report abuse?
If you witness any abuse of the service, please report it immediately through our contact form. Include as much detail as possible about the incident.