MrQu!llen
Security Operations Analyst
Level 20 117223 / 141259
*Rankings computed based on core modules (74613 pts).
Joined in February, 2024
MrQu!llen earned 14 badges
Valdorian Times @ FHS
This badge is awarded to the analyst for completing the Valdorian Times module @ Fairdale. The analyst investigated an email phishing attack in Valdoria that uncovered a politically motivated influence campaign. Using Kusto Query Language (KQL), they analyzed employee roles, email communications, and computer process events, revealing evidence of data exfiltration and manipulation. This exercise reinforced skill in querying data and understanding data integrity within a cybersecurity context.
Issued on: Mar 10, 2024
Encryptodera @ Fairdale
Awarded for completing the Encryptodera module @ Fairdale
Issued on: Mar 14, 2024
Inside Encryptodera
This analyst investigated an easy-level insider threat scenario by identifying suspicious employee activities, analyzing internal communications, and tracking unauthorized data transfers. They used Kusto Query Language (KQL) to analyze network flows and identify abnormal data movement to build and insider-threat profile.
Issued on: May 14, 2024
Valdorian Times
This analyst investigated an email phishing attack in Valdoria that uncovered a politically motivated influence campaign. Using Kusto Query Language (KQL), they analyzed employee roles, email communications, and computer process events, revealing evidence of data exfiltration and manipulation. This exercise reinforced skill in querying data and understanding data integrity within a cybersecurity context.
Issued on: May 14, 2024
Rap Beef
This analyst investigated a themed scenario involving rival hip-hop artists. They used key cybersecurity skills to identify suspicious communications and activities, analyzing internal messages to track unauthorized exchanges and uncover patterns. This exercise reinforced critical skills in data analysis, threat detection, and the application of cybersecurity principles in unconventional contexts.
Issued on: Aug 31, 2024
Jojo's Hospital
This analyst completed the JoJo's Hospital module, investigating a cyber attack involving an Initial Access Broker and a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) operation. They demonstrated skills in detecting phishing and malvertising tactics, tracing unauthorized network access, understanding hacker collaboration, and analyzing ransomware activities.
Issued on: Aug 31, 2024
Castle & Sand
This analyst investigated an easy-level ransomware scenario by identifying adversaries' reconnaissance activities, analyzing themed phishing emails, and tracking ransomware deployment and impact. They used the Kusto Query Language (KQL) to analyze intrusion data and build an understanding of the ransomware attack lifecycle.
Issued on: Aug 31, 2024
Envolve Labs
This analyst completed the "Envolve Labs" module. They demonstrated skills in using Kusto Query Language (KQL) in their investigation that included identifying phishing campaigns, analyzing command-line activities, and uncovering credential theft and data exfiltration. They also learned to cluster and attribute attacks to specific threat actors, connecting malicious domains and email addresses to threat actor behavior.
Issued on: Sep 03, 2024
HopsNStuff
This analyst completed the "HopsNStuff" module, investigating a cyber attack through the analysis of endpoint process events and command-line activities. They demonstrated skills in identifying anomalous file behavior by using Kusto Query Language (KQL) to uncover malicious activities. The investigation highlighted their ability to analyze and deobfuscate malicious PowerShell commands, effectively identifying and responding to data exfiltration techniques.
Issued on: Sep 03, 2024
Balloons Over Iowa
This analyst completed the "Balloons Over Iowa" module, investigating a phishing and ransomware attack. They identified command and control connections, detected data exfiltration, analyzed Mimikatz activity, and observed shadow copy deletions, demonstrating their ability to effectively respond to and analyze cyber threats.
Issued on: Sep 03, 2024
Solvi Systems
This analyst investigated a cybersecurity incident at Solvi Systems by identifying an attempted XSS attack and tracking a phishing email campaign. Using Kusto Query Language (KQL), they uncovered the threat actor’s reconnaissance efforts, system compromises, and malware activities, providing critical insights for enhancing security measures.
Issued on: Sep 06, 2024
Frognado In Valdoria
This analyst successfully investigated a hacktivist intrusion on FramtidX system. Through their use of Kusto Query Language (KQL), they discovered how the intruders managed to deface the company’s website and internal documents. They followed the activities of the threat actor, from reconnaissance to exfiltration, and uncovered the use of an internal account to further their compromise.
Issued on: Oct 21, 2024
Spooky Sweets
This analyst completed the "Spooky Sweets" module, investigating the staging and compressing of files for exfiltration of intellectual property. Skills gained include identifying early indicators, mitigating damage, and enhancing detection. This exercise highlighted their ability to respond to sophisticated cyber intrusions by leveraging knowledge of attacker behavior and TTPs.
Issued on: Nov 07, 2024
Titan Shield
This analyst successfully investigated two highly sophisticated cyberattacks against TitanShield’s sensitive projects, demonstrating advanced investigative skills in identifying social engineering tactics, malicious file execution, and data exfiltration strategies. Using Kusto Query Language (KQL), they unraveled Moonstone Sleet's phishing campaign targeting Project Omega and Crimson Sandstorm’s romance scheme aimed at harvesting critical system and user information. This exercise reinforced skills in threat actor profiling, recognizing social engineering-based reconnaissance on social media, and assessing the broader security implications of protecting intellectual property in a high-stakes defense context.
Issued on: Nov 07, 2024
MrQu!llen played 38 games
Balloons Over Iowa 4405/4405
Envolve Labs: With a twist! 950/950
HopsNStuff 14265/14265
KRUSTY KRAB 100/7360
Castle & Sand 13050/13050
DAILY7 🌎🌟 98/4028
MCJ Walker 7665/15265
Spooky Sweets 7640/7640
A Scandal in Valdoria 🌟 2430/2430
Private Module 2430/2430
Inside Encryptodera 3990/3990
Solvi Systems 2860/2860
Private Module 3990/3990
Private Module 10/250
Private Module 4405/4405
Private Module 0/0
Private Module 14265/14265
Private Module 13050/13050
Private Module 180/7360
AzureCrest - The full version 8790/8790
Private Module 0/7640
A Rap Beef (START HERE) 950/950
Private Module 950/950
Jojo's Hospital 610/610
Private Module 10/1710
VirusTotal Fundamentals 790/2620
Titan Shield (with Microsoft Defender XDR) 4000/4000
Frognado in Valdoria 1690/1690
Private Module 950/950
Private Module 0/950
Private Module 610/610
Private Module 0/0
Private Module 210/350
A Rap Steak 0/19010
Private Module 0/610
Critical Compromise In Chicago - ICS 330/2870
Private Module 1175/3990
Private Module 495/2080
Issue Badge to MrQu!llen
# | Image | Badge | Description | Action |
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1 | Advanced Persistent Analyst | Someone who failed, got up, and tried again! | ||
2 | Helping Hand | This award is community-nominated! Someone in the KC7 community has recognized this user for their contributions to others! | ||
3 | Notre Dame Challenge | Completed the cybersecurity challenge event at Notre Dame in June 2023 | ||
4 | KC7 Top 10 (2023) | Awarded to top 10 KC7 players in 2023 | ||
5 | Cyber Challenge Series: Team Winner | This badge is issued to KC7 players who were members of a team that placed top 3 in a Blue Team Cyber Challenge event! | ||
6 | Super Fan | This badge is issued to any KC7 player who has completed 3 modules or more! | ||
7 | Most Improved | Someone who really improved over the course of a KC7 event! | ||
8 | Cyber Challenge Series: Winner | This badge is issued to KC7 players who placed top 3 (as an individual) in an Blue Team Cyber Challenge event! | ||
9 | 30 day hot steak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 30 days in a row. | ||
10 | 90 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 90 days in a row. | ||
11 | Inside Encryptodera - Event Participant | Participant in the February 2024 monthly event featuring the Encryptodera module | ||
12 | The Teacher | Someone who really helped lift up their peers and enabled others to learn! | ||
13 | Bright Future | Someone who shows a lot of potential as a future cyber analyst! | ||
14 | Azure Crest | This analyst investigated a ransomware attack, where cost-cutting measures led to a single point of failure in their systems. This exercise highlighted the risks associated with prioritizing cost over security and reinforced skills in identifying vulnerabilities and understanding the broader implications of inadequate security measures in a healthcare context. | ||
15 | 2024 SANS New2Cyber CTF Participant | This badge has been awarded to those who took part in the 2024 SANS New2Cyber x KC7 Capture The Flag (CTF) challenge, which involved investigating a ransomware attack on a hospital. | ||
16 | 60 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 60 days in a row. | ||
17 | 120 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 120 days in a row! | ||
18 | Intro Master |