Powercat

Powercat brings the functionality and power of Netcat to all recent versions of Microsoft Windows. It accomplishes this goal by using native PowerShell version 2 components. This allows easy deployment, use, and little chance of being caught by traditional anti- virus solutions. Additionally, the latest versions of Powercat include advanced functionality that goes well beyond those found in traditional forms of Netcat. This paper will acquaint the reader with the original proof-of-concept version, developed by Mick Douglas; the current release, developed by Luke Baggett; and the outline of the planned future features that will be developed by anyone who wishes to join Team Powercat. Perhaps even you!