This is my first post, and whoa… what a journey it has been to get here. My blog is now officially live, powered by the Hugo project! It’s currently hosted on my personal VPS, though I might upgrade it in the future.
What is my blog about?
This blog is about my passions and my lifeāsharing my thoughts, but primarily documenting my journey in cybersecurity. Expect posts about challenges, research, coding, CTF write-ups, bug bounties, and plenty of thinking outside the box.
Red Team / Blue Team
My priority is the Red Team side; I love that particular aspect of “being the bad guy” 😎. I’m passionate about breaking things and solving problems. That said, the blue side wonāt be completely left out of my blog.
What kind of aspect of Read Team you will write about?
1. Reverse Engineering
- Analyzing compiled software to understand its internal workings, often to find vulnerabilities or replicate functionality.
- Key Techniques:
- Decompilation
- Debugging
- Malware Analysis
2. Binary Exploitation
- Exploiting flaws in compiled programs to achieve unauthorized behavior or access.
- Key Techniques:
- Buffer Overflows
- Format String Exploits
- Return-Oriented Programming (ROP)
3. Web Exploitation
- Targeting vulnerabilities in web applications to manipulate data or gain control.
- Key Techniques:
- SQL Injection
- Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
- Remote File Inclusion (RFI)
- Server-Side Template Injection (SSTI)
4. Network Hacking
- Exploiting weaknesses in network security protocols or configurations to intercept, manipulate, or disrupt communications.
- Key Techniques:
- Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) Attacks
- ARP Spoofing
- DNS Spoofing
- Packet Sniffing
5. Social Engineering
- Manipulating human behavior to bypass security measures and gain access.
- Key Techniques:
- Phishing
- Pretexting
- Baiting
6. Cryptographic Attacks
- Targeting encryption algorithms or implementations to decrypt or manipulate protected data.
- Key Techniques:
- Ciphertext Analysis
- Padding Oracle Attacks
- Rainbow Table Attacks
7. Wireless Hacking
- Exploiting vulnerabilities in wireless networks and protocols like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or NFC.
- Key Techniques:
- Wi-Fi Cracking (WEP, WPA, WPA2)
- Bluetooth Attacks
- NFC Exploits
8. IoT Hacking
- Finding and exploiting vulnerabilities in Internet of Things devices, which often lack robust security measures.
- Key Techniques:
- Firmware Analysis
- Protocol Exploitation
- Default Credential Exploits
9. Mobile Hacking
- Targeting vulnerabilities in mobile applications, operating systems, or devices.
- Key Techniques:
- Android Root Exploits
- iOS Jailbreaking
- Mobile App Pentesting
10. Hardware Hacking
- Manipulating physical devices or hardware systems to bypass security or gain unauthorized access.
- Key Techniques:
- Chip-Level Exploits
- USB Injection
- RFID Cloning
11. Cloud Exploitation
- Taking advantage of vulnerabilities in cloud-based systems, APIs, or configurations.
- Key Techniques:
- Privilege Escalation
- Misconfigured Permissions
- API Exploitation
12. Operating System Exploits
- Targeting vulnerabilities within an operating system to gain unauthorized control or escalate privileges.
- Key Techniques:
- Privilege Escalation
- Kernel Exploits
- DLL Hijacking
13. Physical Penetration Testing
- Bypassing physical security measures to access restricted areas or devices.
- Key Techniques:
- Lock Picking
- Tailgating
- RFID Hacking
14. AI and Machine Learning Exploits
- Manipulating AI systems or machine learning models to produce unintended outcomes.
- Key Techniques:
- Model Poisoning
- Adversarial Inputs
- Data Evasion
15. Denial of Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS)
- Overloading systems or networks to render services unavailable.
- Key Techniques:
- Flooding Attacks
- SYN Floods
- Application Layer Exploits
16. Exploit Development
- Crafting custom exploits to target specific vulnerabilities in software or systems.
- Key Techniques:
- Writing Shellcode
- ASLR Bypass
- Code Injection
17. Malware Development
- Designing malicious software to perform unauthorized actions, from spying to disrupting systems.
- Types:
- Ransomware
- Keyloggers
- Remote Access Trojans (RATs)
Some of these areas are vast and complex, and even Iām still exploring them myself. But thatās what makes the journey so exciting, isnāt it? Venturing into uncharted territory, uncovering new knowledge, and transforming your discoveries into something worth sharing. Documenting your successes, challenges, and growth can be as fulfilling as mastering the techniques themselves. The true joy lies in exploring and sharing your path, one byte at a time!
Why Hugo over other CMS?
Hugo is free, open-source, and converts my Markdown files with ease while offering additional features. I find it to be a great middle ground between building an entire CMS from scratch and relying on a vulnerable, unreliable PHP-based CMS.
Ducks, lots of ducks 🦆
You may notice a lot of ducks in my posts. Why? Honestly, I just love ducks! Plus, I can do a pretty good Donald Duck voice to impress people (mostly guysāgirls donāt seem to be as charmed by Donald Duck impressions. I wonder why… 🤔).
Conclusion
That said, itās important to emphasize that all the knowledge shared here is intended for ethical purposes only. Any learning or experimentation should be done with proper authorization, on systems, devices, or networks that you own or have explicit permission to test. This ensures that no harm is caused to others and that your efforts remain aligned with legal and ethical guidelines.
I encourage you to take the same approach: create your own blogs, dive into these fascinating areas, and test these techniques in safe, controlled environments. By sharing your experiences, you not only solidify your understanding but also inspire others to learn responsibly and contribute to a community rooted in curiosity, integrity, and respect.
Have a nice read!
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