Hack@ucf

For the past year I have been involved in running a private cloud for Hack@UCF a student-run cybersecurity club at The Unversity of Central Florida. All members are given access to this cloud as a place to experiment and learn without the fear of massive cloud bills. We also use the cloud to host our very own defensive cybersecurity competition Horse Plinko. This began is spring 2019 when the Lockheed Martin Cyber Innovation Lab was opened. Along with this Hack@UCF also gained access to a fund for equipping and upkeep of the lab. The decision was made to invest in server hardware in order to provide the club with a private cloud platform. I have been involved since September 2023, and I am now in charge of the project. ...

Hey everyone, I can’t help but dive into this blog post without first tipping my virtual hat to the brilliant minds behind the scenes. To the organizers of the recent HPCC1 competition, you’ve orchestrated something truly epic. Your dedication, creativity, and the sheer complexity of the challenges pushed us to the limits of our knowledge and skills. And for that, I am genuinely thankful. Competing in the Horse Plink Cyber Challenge 1 (henceforth know as HPCC1) was not just a battle of wits and technical prowess; it was an adventure. From the adrenaline-pumping moments to the late-night problem-solving sessions, every second was a testament to the thoughtful planning that went into creating this event. ...