bradoncloud009.hashnode.devUnderstanding LokiBot Through Network Traffic AnalysisLokiBot is a long‑running credential‑stealing trojan designed to harvest usernames, passwords, browser data, and cryptocurrency wallets. First appearing in 2016 and attributed to a developer known as “lokistov” or “Carter,” it quickly became popular ...Feb 6·3 min read
bradoncloud009.hashnode.devR.A.V.E.N. Exploit Walkthrough: Rooting GetSimpleCMS via Theme Template InjectionWelcome to another breakdown in the R.A.V.E.N. series — a branded, modular approach to privilege escalation. Today, we're dissecting a black box engagement on HTB’s “GetSimple” machine, where remote exploitation leads to root access through theme tem...Jul 30, 2025·2 min read
bradoncloud009.hashnode.devBuild Your Own Home SIEM Lab!In every 80's action movie, it always starts off with a bad guy stealing that one valuable, priceless, work of art by finding that one security camera blind spot or vulnerability. Well the same thing happens in the cyber world. Hackers are breaking i...Jun 5, 2024·7 min read
bradoncloud009.hashnode.devTerraform: The Swiss Army Knife of Infrastructure as CodeIf you've ever tried to manage a cloud infrastructure, you know it can feel a lot like herding cats. While cats are great and all, when you just want your servers to behave, you don't need whiskers—you need a tool that keeps everything in check. That...Apr 25, 2024·4 min read
bradoncloud009.hashnode.devNavigating the World of 3rd Party APIs: Integration and ObservabilityIn today's digital era, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have become the lifeblood of modern organizations. From streamlining internal processes to enhancing customer experiences, APIs play a pivotal role in shaping how businesses operate an...Mar 19, 2024·2 min read