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Socules
Security Operations Analyst
Level 20 115274 / 141259
*Rankings computed based on core modules (115274 pts).
Joined in December, 2023
Socules earned 17 badges
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: Dec 28, 2023
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: Dec 28, 2023
Krusty Krab
This analyst completed the "Krusty Krab" module, investigating a phishing attack and data exfiltration. They used Kusto Query Language (KQL) to analyze email and network logs, revealing the use of deceptive email addresses and malicious domains. This exercise emphasized their ability to pivot and connect malicious domains to threat actor behavior, showcasing their proficiency in threat detection and analysis.
Issued on: Jan 02, 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: Jan 21, 2024
Dai Wok Foods
This analyst completed the "Dai Wok Foods" module. They demonstrated skills in detecting phishing attempts, analyzing email logs, and using Passive DNS for domain analysis. This proficiency is vital for countering threat actor tactics and protecting organizational assets.
Issued on: Jan 24, 2024
Sunlands ☀️🚀🧑🚀
This analyst investigated a sophisticated cyber attack on the Sunlands Aeronautics and Space Administration (SASA). They demonstrated advanced skills in detecting phishing attacks, analyzing malicious file downloads, and uncovering command and control infrastructure and persistence mechanisms. This exercise showcased their ability to respond to advanced cyber threats using threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Issued on: Jan 24, 2024
World Domination Nation
This analyst completed the "World Domination Nation" module, investigating a sophisticated cyber attack on WDN Consulting. They used Kusto Query Language (KQL) in an investigation that covered lateral movement, credential dumping, system configuration modifications, and full domain compromise. This exercise reinforced their ability to effectively detect, analyze, and respond to complex cyber threats.
Issued on: Jan 29, 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: Jan 29, 2024
Scholomance
This analyst completed the "Scholomance" module, which focused on threat hunting with a threat intelligence-driven investigation. Using Kusto Query Language (KQL), they reinforced their skills in threat detection, anomaly identification, and data correlation.
Issued on: Feb 11, 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: Feb 17, 2024
Inside Encryptodera - Event Participant
Participant in the February 2024 monthly event featuring the Encryptodera module
Issued on: Feb 18, 2024
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!
Issued on: Feb 18, 2024
MCJ Walker
This analyst completed the "MCJ Walker" module, demonstrating mastery of advanced investigative skills. They used Kusto Query Language (KQL) in an investigation that covered a sophisticated password spray attack, lateral movement via RDP, and full domain compromise. This exercise showcased their expert-level ability to respond to advanced cyber threats by leveraging in-depth knowledge of threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Issued on: Apr 27, 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: Apr 27, 2024
Azure Crest
This analyst successfully investigated a ransomware attack against a hospital. They demonstrated the ability to pivot around datasets using Kusto Query Language (KQL) to uncover the risks associated with prioritizing cost over security. This exercise reinforced skills in identifying vulnerabilities and understanding the broader implications of inadequate security measures in a healthcare context.
Issued on: May 08, 2024
Virustotal Fundamentals
This analyst completed the "VirusTotal Fundamentals" module, which focused on using VirusTotal for comprehensive threat analysis. They demonstrated the ability to pivot around datasets, utilizing file hashes, domains, and IP addresses to uncover and correlate threats. This exercise reinforced their skills in leveraging VirusTotal's capabilities for detecting malicious activity and understanding the interconnections between various threat indicators.
Issued on: Aug 11, 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 11, 2024
Socules played 20 games
Balloons Over Iowa 4405/4405
Envolve Labs: With a twist! 950/950
HopsNStuff 14265/14265
KRUSTY KRAB 7360/7360
Dai Wok Foods 11600/11600
Castle & Sand 13050/13050
DAILY7 🌎🌟 182/4028
World Domination Nation 8220/8220
MCJ Walker 15265/15265
Sunlands 8437/8437
Spooky Sweets 7340/7640
Scholomance 5640/5640
A Storm Is Brewing In the Lab 70/5670
A Scandal in Valdoria 🌟 2430/2430
Inside Encryptodera 3990/3990
System Shutdown at Azure Crest! (Short Version) 4800/4800
A Rap Beef (START HERE) 40/950
Jojo's Hospital 610/610
VirusTotal Fundamentals 2620/2620
Titan Shield (with Microsoft Defender XDR) 4000/4000
Issue Badge to Socules
| # | Image | Badge | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |  | 30 day hot steak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 30 days in a row. | |
| 9 |  | 90 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 90 days in a row. | |
| 10 |  | The Teacher | Someone who really helped lift up their peers and enabled others to learn! | |
| 11 |  | Bright Future | Someone who shows a lot of potential as a future cyber analyst! | |
| 12 |  | 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. | |
| 13 |  | 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. | |
| 14 |  | 60 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 60 days in a row. | |
| 15 |  | 120 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 120 days in a row! | |
| 16 | | Intro Master |