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gheist213
Query Craftsperson
Level 16 32570 / 37103
*Rankings computed based on core modules (32570 pts).
Joined in July, 2024
gheist213 earned 4 badges
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: Jul 15, 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: Jul 15, 2024
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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: Jul 16, 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: Jul 16, 2024
gheist213 played 9 games
Balloons Over Iowa 4370/4405
Castle & Sand 9750/13050
DAILY7 🌎🌟 70/3783
Spooky Sweets 1940/7640
A Scandal in Valdoria 🌟 2430/2430
Solvi Systems 2860/2860
AzureCrest - The full version 7580/8790
A Rap Beef (START HERE) 950/950
VirusTotal Fundamentals 2620/2620
Issue Badge to gheist213
| # | 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 |  | 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 |