About buGGy
Cybersecurity Enthusiast · Aspiring Red Team Operator · HTB CJCA
Who I Am
I’m an offensive security enthusiast with 2+ years of hands-on experience in penetration testing labs, CTFs, and practical security environments, complemented by 2 remote internships. I’m currently pursuing my Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering while actively building red team skills through labs, competitions, and security research.
My core focus areas include web exploitation, system enumeration, privilege escalation, and post-exploitation, along with network penetration testing and Active Directory attacks.
By the Numbers
| Achievement | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏆 TryHackMe Ranking | Top 2% globally |
| 🧪 Labs Completed | 120+ hands-on labs |
| 🎓 Current Degree | B.E. Computer Engineering (2024–2028) |
| 🎯 Hackfinity 2.0 CTF | Rank 229 / 4,309 teams |
| 🥇 Rise Get Set Hack | Rank 85 / 22,000+ participants |
Certifications & Training
- ✅ CAP (2024) — Certified AppSec Practitioner (The SecOps Group)
- ✅ TCM PEH (2024) — Practical Ethical Hacking (TCM Security)
- ✅ HTB CJCA (2026) — HackTheBox Certified Junior Cybersecurity Associate
- 🎯 HTB CWES — HackTheBox Certified Web Exploitation Specialist (Currently Pursuing)
- 🎯 HTB CPTS — HackTheBox Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (In Progress)
Technical Arsenal
Languages: Python, C, C++, Java, Bash/Shell, SQL
Security Tools: Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nikto, FFUF, BloodHound, Impacket, CrackMapExec, Responder, Wireshark
Recon & OSINT: Shodan, Recon-ng, theHarvester, Maltego
Operating Systems: Linux (Kali, Parrot, Ubuntu, Mint), Windows Server
Specializations: Web Application Testing, Network Penetration Testing, Active Directory Attacks, Privilege Escalation, Post-Exploitation
What You’ll Find Here
This blog is my digital notebook — a collection of:
- 🔓 CTF Writeups — Detailed walkthroughs of challenges I’ve solved
- 📚 Technical Notes — Quick references and cheat sheets
- 🛠️ Tool Guides — How I use various security tools
- 💡 Research — Deep dives into vulnerabilities and attack techniques
No fluff, just practical content from someone actively learning and breaking things.
Let’s Connect
“The quieter you become, the more you are able to hear.” — Kali Linux