Suraj S

US Cyber Challenge: Cyber Quests Fall 2024 USCC Nov 2024 I achieved a top-three ranking in the US Cyber Challenge: Cyber Quests Fall 2024.The competition consisted of four engaging parts that challenged my cybersecurity skills:Digital Forensics (Employee Data Theft): I investigated a complex case involving an employee who misused sensitive customer information, including credit cards, SSNs, and other SPII, to commit fraud. By analyzing pcap files, I traced his digital footprints to uncover his actions and whereabouts, enhancing my… Show more I achieved a top-three ranking in the US Cyber Challenge: Cyber Quests Fall 2024.The competition consisted of four engaging parts that challenged my cybersecurity skills:Digital Forensics (Employee Data Theft): I investigated a complex case involving an employee who misused sensitive customer information, including credit cards, SSNs, and other SPII, to commit fraud. By analyzing pcap files, I traced his digital footprints to uncover his actions and whereabouts, enhancing my skills in network forensics.Digital Forensics (Military Data Breach): This scenario involved a sophisticated "coronablue" attack targeting a military warship’s data. I had to analyze the attack's methodology and identify vulnerabilities that were exploited, which required a deep understanding of cybersecurity threats and protective measures.Log Analysis: I analyzed Apache server logs from a provided text file, identifying unusual access patterns and potential security breaches. This task was crucial in incident response and forensic investigations.Data Sighting: In this final part, I worked on identifying faulty data within given datasets. Using Python, I fastened the detection process, refining my programming skills while enhancing my ability to work with data integrity issues.This competition felt like an intricate quiz, requiring critical thinking and problem-solving skills to unravel complex scenarios Show less