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bobbylaw
Firewall Fairy
890 / 4838 XP to level 54
*Rankings computed based on core modules (68490 pts).
Joined in November, 2024
bobbylaw earned 13 badges
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AzureCrest
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.
Issued on: Dec 02, 2024
Advanced Persistent Analyst
Someone who failed, got up, and tried again!
Issued on: Jan 29, 2026
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: Nov 28, 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: Nov 28, 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: Dec 08, 2024
Frognado In Valdoria
This analyst successfully investigated a hacktivist intrusion on FramtidX system. Through their use of Kusto Query Language (KQL), they discovered how the intruders managed to deface the company’s website and internal documents. They followed the activities of the threat actor, from reconnaissance to exfiltration, and uncovered the use of an internal account to further their compromise.
Issued on: Dec 08, 2024
Critical Compromise (ICS)
This analyst completed the Critical Compromise in Chicago module, demonstrating their ability to investigate a malware-based attack on a SCADA system. Through their use of Kusto Query Language (KQL), they uncovered the deployment of malicious software that disrupted the power grid. Their investigation helped identify the attack's origin and provided insights into the attackers’ methods, ultimately contributing to the restoration of normal operations and improving defenses for critical infrastructure.
Issued on: Dec 08, 2024
Envolve Labs
This analyst completed the "Envolve Labs" module. They demonstrated skills in using Kusto Query Language (KQL) in their investigation that included identifying phishing campaigns, analyzing command-line activities, and uncovering credential theft and data exfiltration. They also learned to cluster and attribute attacks to specific threat actors, connecting malicious domains and email addresses to threat actor behavior.
Issued on: Dec 09, 2024
Jojo's Hospital
This analyst completed the JoJo's Hospital module, investigating a cyber attack involving an Initial Access Broker and a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) operation. They demonstrated skills in detecting phishing and malvertising tactics, tracing unauthorized network access, understanding hacker collaboration, and analyzing ransomware activities.
Issued on: Jan 30, 2026
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Titan Shield
This analyst successfully investigated two highly sophisticated cyberattacks against TitanShield’s sensitive projects, demonstrating advanced investigative skills in identifying social engineering tactics, malicious file execution, and data exfiltration strategies. Using Kusto Query Language (KQL), they unraveled Moonstone Sleet's phishing campaign targeting Project Omega and Crimson Sandstorm’s romance scheme aimed at harvesting critical system and user information. This exercise reinforced skills in threat actor profiling, recognizing social engineering-based reconnaissance on social media, and assessing the broader security implications of protecting intellectual property in a high-stakes defense context.
Issued on: Jan 30, 2026
GalaxyNeura
This badge is awarded to threat hunters who successfully utilize the GalaxyNeura Module to identify, analyze, and mitigate insider threats, showcasing expertise in detecting malicious activity within trusted environments.
Issued on: Jan 30, 2026
Inside Encryptodera
This analyst investigated an easy-level insider threat scenario by identifying suspicious employee activities, analyzing internal communications, and tracking unauthorized data transfers. They used Kusto Query Language (KQL) to analyze network flows and identify abnormal data movement to build and insider-threat profile.
Issued on: Jan 30, 2026
3 day streak
Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 3 days in a row!
Issued on: Feb 01, 2026
bobbylaw played 17 games
Level 1: A Scandal in Valdoria: A Political Mystery 2430/2430
Level 1: Solvi Systems: A tale of Supply Chains and ICS 2860/2860
Level 1: A Rap Beef: An Intro to Security Investigations 950/950
Level 1: Jojo's Hospital: A Ransomware Investigation 610/610
Level 1: Titan Shield: A showcase of Microsoft Defender XDR 4000/4000
Level 1: Valdoria Votes: A Political Mystery (Part 2) 2750/2750
Level 2: Envolve Labs: With a twist! 950/950
Level 2: HopsNStuff: An Easter APT hunt 11145/14265
Level 2: Krusty Krab: A Intro to Pivoting and Analysis 7090/7360
Level 2: Castle & Sand: A Beachy Case of Ransomware 12500/13050
Level 2: AzureCrest - The full version 8790/8790
Level 2: Frognado in Valdoria: A Political Mystery 1690/1690
Level 2: Critical Compromise In Chicago - ICS 2870/2870
Level 2: French Socksess Story 2080/2080
Level 2: Turkey Bowl 2520/2590
Level 3: Inside Encryptodera: An Insider Threat Scenario 3990/3990
Level 3: Galaxy Neura 1265/1265
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| # | Image | Badge | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 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. | |
| 2 | | Intro Master | Intro Master | |
| 3 |  | 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. | |
| 4 |  | Wiccon25 | You've participated to the WICCON25 workshop! You've successfully uncovered the full attack chain of a zombie themed ransomware. | |
| 5 |  | Helping Hand | This award is community-nominated! Someone in the KC7 community has recognized this user for their contributions to others! | |
| 6 |  | Most Improved | Someone who really improved over the course of a KC7 event! | |
| 7 |  | Notre Dame Challenge | Completed the cybersecurity challenge event at Notre Dame in June 2023 | |
| 8 |  | KC7 Top 10 (2023) | Awarded to top 10 KC7 players in 2023 | |
| 9 |  | 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! | |
| 10 |  | Super Fan | This badge is issued to any KC7 player who has completed 3 modules or more! | |
| 11 |  | 30 day hot steak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 30 days in a row. | |
| 12 |  | 90 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 90 days in a row. | |
| 13 |  | The Teacher | Someone who really helped lift up their peers and enabled others to learn! | |
| 14 |  | Inside Encryptodera - Event Participant | Participant in the February 2024 monthly event featuring the Encryptodera module | |
| 15 |  | 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! | |
| 16 |  | 45 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 45 days in a row! | |
| 17 |  | 360 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 360 days in a row! | |
| 18 |  | 60 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 60 days in a row. | |
| 19 |  | 120 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 120 days in a row! | |
| 20 |  | Bright Future | Someone who shows a lot of potential as a future cyber analyst! | |
| 21 |  | 10 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 10 days in a row! | |
| 22 |  | 180 day streak | Awarded to a user who has answered a question for 180 days in a row! |