When I was a student, I participated in many cybersecurity competitions. And, honestly, for all of them, I fought with impostor syndrome. Actually, I take that back, I warred. From my first competition, the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC), where I was afraid to go outside of my comfort zone and break the mold that … Continue reading How to Win a Fight Vs. Impostor Syndrome
Author: mistressven0m
The Joy of Smart Home Automation
Smart homes. They are always a hot topic that we in cybersecurity love to talk about. Either the positives of improving quality of life, or the negatives of adding cybersecurity vulnerabilities to crucial items in your home. A smart home brings more vulnerabilities than expected, really due to the fact that all of these devices … Continue reading The Joy of Smart Home Automation
Summer Camp 2020 – Geo
Working on our 2020 Summer Camp Geo Challenge? Question 1 In many cases, the first thing that you should do when doing any sort of OSINT on an image, is try to figure out where the photo was taken. For some, that may mean the title of the image, it may be contained in the … Continue reading Summer Camp 2020 – Geo
How to Win a Fight Vs. Impostor Syndrome in the NCL Games
The Problem: A 2011 research paper first published in the International Journal of Behavioral Science stated that an estimated 70 percent of people experience impostor syndrome at one point in their lives. According to a study done by TeamBlind’s data analytics team for the social media network, approximately 58% of people in a technology-related industry suffer from impostor … Continue reading How to Win a Fight Vs. Impostor Syndrome in the NCL Games
Why I Became a Player Ambassador – MistressVenom
Why did I become a Player Ambassador? The answer is simple. I want to see more diversity and I want to help people find their passion. The cybersecurity community has always been the place for misfits and those who do not want to fit the mold — but just like children on a playground, everyone wants … Continue reading Why I Became a Player Ambassador – MistressVenom
Oh Captain, My Captain
PS:\whoami Hey there, I’m MistressVenom, and I have spent a considerable amount of time leading teams. Whether it be professional, sport related, or (most importantly) for CyberSecurity competitions, I have loved every experience. I have played National Cyber League (NCL) for four years, and was the captain of Ken’s Little Pwnies, for three of those … Continue reading Oh Captain, My Captain
Beginner Tips and Tricks for NCL Wireless Access Exploitation
Readme.md Before we get into the tips and tricks that you have been promised, there are a few bases that should be covered first, to ensure you are able to get the most out of these wonderful tips and tricks. First, if you have not yet had the chance, read Jeana’s first blog on wireless … Continue reading Beginner Tips and Tricks for NCL Wireless Access Exploitation
