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@SynackRedTeam Legend | #1 SRT India | Lead Pentester @Cobalt_io | Founder @BSidesAhmedabad | Synack Ambassador | Board of Advisor @riskprofilerio

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3 years
I just published Account Takeovers  - Believe the Unbelievable #bugbounty #Pentesting #bugbountywriteups #bugbountytips
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I just published a small blog on "Account Takeover Using Race Condition" thanks to @KainatKamal for proofreading
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I just published a short writeup about an XXE found in Major Public Transport Ticketing Mobile APP based out of Germany #bugbounty #bugbountytips #infosec
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Akamai WAF Bypass, worked on a recent #bugbounty program #xss <x onauxclick=a=alert,a(domain)>click
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4 years
Thank you @SynackRedTeam @ryanrutan for swags and coolest hoodie #acropolis #olympian
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☑️ Checked off the first task from my 2021 bucket list. Beast is ready. #bugbountylife #gaming #gamingpc #asus #rtx #corsair #razer
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Thank you @SynackRedTeam for lovely Synack branded swag #BugBounty #oculusquest ❤️
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. @SynackRedTeam 2021 Swags Unlocked 💥 Here we go . . . Thank you @SynackRedTeam for these awesome swags 😍 #BugBounty #swags
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2 years
Did a short blog on path traversal to ssrf chain #bugbountytips
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3 years
It was an awesome year at @SynackRedTeam Got recognized for highest distinctions, made it to: - Synack Red Team Titan (Elite Level) - Synack Red Team "Legends" - Synack June 15/15 Challenge - #1 India Leaderboard (all time) Pumped up for next year 🤙 #bugbounty #infosec
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Thank you @SynackRedTeam for branded swag ( @Bose QuiteComfort 35 II noise cancelling headphones) , loved it 🥰 #bugbounty #swag #synack
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3 years
If anyone would like to join @SynackRedTeam and have questions around Onboarding Process. Join me , Kelsey and @rfkrishnan today 9:00 PM IST on clubhouse to discuss the same , RSVP: () #BugBounty #infosec #Pentesting
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5 years
RCE ❤️ @SynackRedTeam
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I've realized that there's no perfect moment to start, just do it. Things start aligning when you put efforts towards your goals. And, the right people in your life act as catalysts. I'm kick-starting 2022 by decluttering the unessential & welcoming new experiences! HNY 🍻
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Absolutely loved it , thank you for sending these @stokfredrik ❣️
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2 years
Finally got my customized #hackerthrone from @SynackRedTeam for being Titan during 20-21 recognition program. Special thanks to @ryanrutan for helping with all shipping hassles. #bugbounty
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new year, new vibes. Thanks @SynackRedTeam #bugbounty
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2 years
Can’t believe, have done over 100 pentests on @cobalt_io (147 until now)
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Thank you @cobalt_io @JulieKuhrt for #swagpack , loved it ❤️
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Server-side template injection vulnerability in Jira via ContactAdministrators and the SendBulkMail actions by @DDV_UA #ssti
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Featured in @IndianExpress regarding a day in life of hacker #bugbounty
@IndianExpress
The Indian Express
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#ExpressOpinion | Nikhil Srivastava writes: Being a hacker, you have to be really patient and at the top of your game. At times, it starts to affect your mental health.
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So stoked , thank you @synack @SynackRedTeam 😊
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Synack Red Team
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Synack Recognizes @niksthehacker as Most Trusted Hacker of 2019 alongside the Most Trusted security leaders awarded to CrowdStrike, Domino's, General Dynamics Information Technology, Just Eat, and Santander UK. Read the press release!
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2 years
New addition to swag, srt led sign ❤️ @SynackRedTeam
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Leveled up to 0x05! via @SynackRedTeam
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Special glasses for bug detection 😝😝 thank you @SynackRedTeam totally loved it 😍
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Overwhelmed to be on the #Synack #Acropolis - the recognition program for the highest distinction level in the SRT These recognitions makes all the hard work more meaningful @synack @SynackRedTeam 🤙 #NeverGiveUp #BugBounty
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Synack Red Team
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Announcing the @synack Acropolis - recognizing the best SRT for their excellence and service towards trusted hacking. #crowdsourcedsecurity #ethicalhacking #thesynackway #synacksecure #cybersecurity
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What a lovely Surprise @SynackRedTeam Thanks a lot :) #bugbounty
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Thank you @SynackRedTeam , looking for next 😎
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Thank you @synack @SynackRedTeam for this ❤️
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Thank you @SynackRedTeam for face-mask , it's pretty cool 🤙🏽
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First @SynackRedTeam blitz of 2020
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pretty excited to speak at @synack booth in @BlackHatEvents 😃
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Synack
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@SynackRedTeam member @niksthehacker , will be leading a cyber talk on “Account Takeovers - Believe the Unbelievable” during @BlackHatEvents at “The Synack Cave” in booth #2328 on August 10 2:30 -2:45. Learn more here🔗:
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View from @SynackRedTeam suite
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I am thrilled to announce first ever grande Infosec Conference in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Stay tuned to know more about how to advance yourself in #hacking , #bugbounty and other interesting topics. Our call for volunteers are now open:
@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
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Excited to Announce BSides Ahmedabad on November 16,2019 Call for Volunteers is now open: #BSidesAhmedabad
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2 consecutive blitz ❤️ @SynackRedTeam
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thanks @SynackRedTeam love the new addition (book)
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Technical Analysis by @swaroopsy on claims
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Stoked to be a @Bugcrowd ambassador Thank you @ChloeMessdaghi @Jhaddix @Bugcrowd for invite.
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@TOICitiesNews
TOI Cities
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Gujarat: Salaries cut, they rake in lakhs hunting e-bugs!
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First in-person of 2021 #bsidesahmedabad2021
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Security BSides Ahmedabad
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Fraternity, Buckle up for the second edition of BSides Ahmedabad on 26 Nov, 2021. Registrations to open up soon!! More details: #BSidesAhmedabad #SecurityBSides #CyberSecurity #Hacking #Conference #BugBounty #InfoSec #AppSec
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I will be discussing “Synack onboarding CTF walkthrough” with @FngCrysis , and @Dinosn today, 23 Jul at 9:00 PM IST on @clubhouse , join us if you have any questions around that #bugbounty
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nikhil(niks)
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The least we as human beings could do is stop abusing someone over their achievements. It's an open world, you got the knowledge and guts --GO ACHIEVE IT-- but do not pull someone down.
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Farah Hawa
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I wish these people would come out with their REAL IDENTITIES & tell me which “guy” they’re talking about instead of hiding behind a fake ID 🥴
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Exited about @SynackRedTeam virtual con SYNC with some great talks lined up from @stokfredrik @ozgur_bbh @niden_sh and me 😀 Schedule:
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This was 🔥🔥 video available soon on @bsidesahmedabad YouTube @S1r1u5_ @rootxharsh
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Kainat
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. @rootxharsh & @S1r1u5_ presenting Exploiting Client-Side Prototype Pollution at @bsidesahmedabad 0x02!! 🔥🔥 It was really nice meeting you both at the event yesterday :) #BSidesAhmedabad2021
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For anyone looking to start full time bug bounties, this is must watch.
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Michael Skelton
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A lot of people who want to do bug bounties for a living, but should you? Let's discuss! 📽️Video: ✍️Written (most detailed):
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Cobalt Core spotted at #Nullcon2018 nice meeting you all @ru94mb @cyberboyIndia @cobalt_io
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Glad to be part of SRT legends 🙌🏻
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Synack Red Team
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The power behind the @Synack platform is a team of the world's top cybersecurity researchers. The most elite are honored on the #SynackAcropolis . Check out the latest additions & our inaugural class of #SRT Legends! #recognition #swag #legends
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@stokfredrik
STÖK ✌️
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I will be speaking at @GISECGlobal next week on dark stage! If you are around , let’s catchup :)
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I’m proud to be the February #SRTofthemonth ! My travels have taken me to enjoy the view from Floor 57 of the Sky Bar at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore and to riding horses in Chittor Fort in India. #placesyougowithSRT @SynackRedTeam @synack
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@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
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We proudly announce @synack @SynackRedTeam as our sponsor. Hack-Eat-Sleep-Repeat 🌟 #bsidesahmedabad #hackerhangout #synackredteam
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Super excited to host @thecybermentor @TCMSecurity 🤩
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Security BSides Ahmedabad
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📣📣 We are thrilled to announce Heath Adams, a US military veteran, YouTuber and Founder, TCM security as our first on-site Keynote Speaker for the Bsides Ahmedabad 0x03. Welcoming @thecybermentor @TCMSecurity #bsidesahmedabad #infosec #keynote #speaker #conference #hacking
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We proudly welcome @IntelSecurity as our gold sponsor for @bsidesahmedabad #BSidesAhmedabad2019
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Security BSides Ahmedabad
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Knock knock -- Let's not have chit chat but have some chip chat 😆 Welcoming @IntelSecurity as Gold Sponsor for BSides Ahmedabad 2019 --> Eat-Sleep-Hack-Repeat 🌟 #bsidesahmedabad
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@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
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We proudly announce @cobalt_io as our sponsor. Hack-Eat-Sleep-Repeat 🌟 #bsidesahmedabad #WillhackforTacos
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A huge shoutout and heartfelt gratitude to @vivekramac sir for sending over signed copies of “Hackers: Superheroes of the Digital Age”. Thank you for this thoughtful gesture that has brightened my day. #hackers #comics
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In this interview with @cobalt_io I shared some of my recon process, go-to tools, how I approach a target in general, my journey into pentesting & more! #NeverGiveUp 😎
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Cobalt
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Approaching security and life with the mentality to never give up, Core Pentester @niksthehacker shares insights on how he got into pentesting through mentorship and a lot of self-learning.
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It's arrived @SynackRedTeam thanks @FrankiCreek @y0y0n3m1tsu t-shirt is cool and speaker is super cute :) #bugbounty #swag #srt #hack4levels
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@stokfredrik
STÖK ✌️
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I’m heading for India and @bsidesahmedabad with @fransrosen in November! 🇮🇳 fam, see you there! #BugBounty #bountylife
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Thanks to @cobalt_io and @tijuanera , introducing "will hack for tacos" swags at @bsidesahmedabad
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Elizabeth Ramirez
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Are you ready for @bsidesahmedabad ?!?! @cobalt_io is super excited to be a part of this amazing event. Our “Will Hack for Tacos” swag is making a special appearance!
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nikhil(niks)
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A must-watch for anyone looking for how higher management tackles security incidents, Twitter's current bug bounty program and future plans. She is a strong mental health advocate and also shares her inspiring journey. Thank you @rinkisethi for joining us!
@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
3 years
Thank you @rinkisethi for joining us today. It was an insightful session to understand the CISO side of things. It was a pleasure having you! Hope to see you @ BSidesAhmedabad 2021 event⭐ Watch again: #BSidesAhmedabad #Twitter #CyberSecurity #WomenInTech
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Tickets available now :)
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Security BSides Ahmedabad
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BSides Ahmedabad 0x02 Ticket Sale Alert‼ Early bird discount & student passes are live now. Grab the limited seats here: #BSidesAhmedabad #BSidesAhmedabad2021 #SecurityBSides #CyberSecurity #Hacking #Conference #BugBounty #InfoSec #AppSec
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nikhil(niks)
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BatPwn ctf starts at 9 pm IST today. Do signup if you haven't yet. @bsidesahmedabad @SynackRedTeam @hackthebox_eu
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0xrudra
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BATPWN CTF is happening today at 9p.m IST and many awesome prizes are up for grab :) Signup at
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Learn some #bugbountytips from @HivarekarPranav at @bsidesahmedabad to hunt on @facebook bug bounty. Book before we sold out:
@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
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BSides Ahmedabad welcomes @HivarekarPranav from @peritusinfosec to talk on - "Pentesting GraphQL Applications for Fun and Profit". Hack-Eat-Sleep-Repeat🌟 #bsidesahmedabad #SecurityBSides #bugbounty #pentest #GraphQL Book Tickets:
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nikhil(niks)
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Discord link to join server :
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Security BSides Ahmedabad
3 years
Warriors, Up for the challenges?? BSides Ahmedabad & HackerOne proudly presents Dungeon!! Break the Dungeon. Capture the Flags!! Sponsored By: @Hacker0x01 @SynackRedTeam @hackthebox_eu @PureIDLabs @rehackxyz Organized By: @zer0pts CTF details: #CTF
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@SynackRedTeam
Synack Red Team
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Get to know level 0x05 and top SRT hacker @niksthehacker in our latest blog:
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It was nice meeting/chatting with you @fransrosen , thanks for the click @stokfredrik
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@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
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We proudly announce Alibaba Security Response Center @AsrcSecurity as our sponsor. Stay tuned for next tweet 🌟 #bsidesahmedabad
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nikhil(niks)
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Happy New Year Everyone 🎉🎉
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5 years
Chance to win $50 Amazon gift card at #bsidesahmedabad @bsidesahmedabad
@tijuanera
Elizabeth Ramirez
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@bsidesahmedabad post a creative picture of you with your taco tee and tag it #CobaltatBSidesAhmedabad and you'll be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card.
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nikhil(niks)
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Thank you @cobalt_io for dinner last night
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nikhil(niks)
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Are you ready for the challenges? BatPwn has arrived 🦇 Thank you @underdawgs for organising it 😎👊 Thank you @SynackRedTeam @hackthebox_eu for sponsor❣️ #BSidesAhmedabad #BatPwn #CTF
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Security BSides Ahmedabad
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📢📢Presenting our first ever CTF - BatPwn🦇🦇 Gear up for the challenges! The 24 hour craziness starts on 5th June 9 PM IST⏳ Sponsored by: @SynackRedTeam @hackthebox_eu CTF details: #BSidesAhmedabad #BatPwn #CTF #Hacking #BugBounty #pentest #Infosec
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It was awesome meeting with @goodbestguy at @Owaspseasides btw nice t-shirt 😁
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@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
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Hola Fraternity - Announcing our first workshop speakers @Satyam87692499 & @Floppy32179356 . They will be conducting #workshop on "Advance Red Team Attacks". #BSidesAhmedabad #Pentesting #SecurityBSides #redteam Book Tickets:
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nikhil(niks)
3 years
Very Excited to have @S1r1u5_ @zer0pts for this year @bsidesahmedabad CTF, stay tuned for announcement
@ptrYudai
ptr-yudai
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I don't know why but we're going to host another CTF this year 👀
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nikhil(niks)
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Had a nice discussion on #bugbounty with @ryanrutan @bhavukjain1 and @0ctac0der , I hate to get up early though 😴 😅 thanks for invite @bugbountyvillag 😊
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c0c0n2023
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c0c0n2020 Panel Discussion is now live Joining link:
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TOI Ahmedabad
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Hack of a passion: City hosts first info security meet
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Catch @bhavukjain1 live at @bsidesahmedabad Instagram with @AroraMinali on 27 June , 9 PM IST
@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
4 years
First Live Interview after being rewarded $100k from @Apple Join us as we interview the commendable bounty hitter- @bhavukjain1 When: 27th Jun | 9PM IST Where: #BSidesAhmedabad #Hacking #Pentest #BugBounty #Apple #ZeroDay #Vulnerabilities #Exploits
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nikhil(niks)
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Deep dive to burp bounty #BugBounty
@BurpBounty
Burp Bounty
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They just published my internal Cobalt Core talk about Burp Bounty extension:
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nikhil(niks)
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Book now:
@bsidesahmedabad
Security BSides Ahmedabad
5 years
BSides Ahmedabad welcomes @aankitgiri from @Fiserv to talk on - "Mastering AWS Pentesting and Methodology". Hack-Eat-Sleep-Repeat🌟 #bsidesahmedabad #AWS #pentest
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@niksthehacker
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Can’t wait to host you ❤️
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