Linux Log File Analysis
This project focused on forensic review of Ubuntu log sources, including Apache logs, ProFTPD logs, and syslog files. It demonstrated how system and server logs can be used to reconstruct activity timelines, identify authentication events, and support incident investigations.
Skills demonstrated
- Linux log analysis.
- Apache and ProFTPD log review.
- Authentication and system event tracking.
- Incident timeline reconstruction.
OWASP ZAP Vulnerability Scanning
This project focused on using OWASP ZAP to configure a proxy, cache a target website, run a scan, and review alerts for web vulnerabilities. It demonstrated a practical workflow for identifying weaknesses in a website before they can be exploited.
Skills demonstrated
- OWASP ZAP setup and use.
- Proxy configuration.
- Website vulnerability scanning.
- Alert review and remediation awareness.
Cisco Router Volatile Evidence Collection
This project focused on gathering live evidence from a router using Cisco IOS show commands in a forensic context. It included collection of clock details, version information, running and startup configurations, routing data, ARP information, user sessions, interfaces, and routing protocols.
Skills demonstrated
- Cisco Packet Tracer and router investigation.
- Volatile evidence collection.
- Cisco IOS show commands.
- Network forensic documentation.
Spam, Phishing, and Email Security
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This project focused on explaining spam and phishing as cyber threats and connecting them to digital evidence such as email headers, malicious links, and logs. It demonstrated understanding of social engineering, user-focused threats, and the role of forensic analysis in identifying cybercrime activity.
Skills demonstrated
- Email security concepts.
- Phishing and social engineering awareness.
- Digital evidence interpretation.
- Cybercrime communication and analysis.