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w0rk
Intrusion Analyser
Level 18 71257 / 72438
*Rankings computed based on core modules (67397 pts).
Joined in August, 2023
w0rk earned 5 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: Aug 13, 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: Aug 15, 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: Aug 15, 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: Aug 20, 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: Aug 22, 2024
w0rk played 17 games
Private Module 10/1320
Balloons Over Iowa 4405/4405
Envolve Labs: With a twist! 0/950
Dai Wok Foods 11260/11600
Castle & Sand 12950/13050
World Domination Nation 8220/8220
MCJ Walker 6450/15265
Private Module 0/12900
Sunlands 8437/8437
Spooky Sweets 7640/7640
Scholomance 0/5640
A Storm Is Brewing In the Lab 0/5670
Inside Encryptodera 2895/3990
System Shutdown at Azure Crest! (Short Version) 4800/4800
A Rap Beef (START HERE) 340/950
VirusTotal Fundamentals 0/2620
Private Module 3850/10920
Issue Badge to w0rk
| # | 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 |