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🚀 Top 10 Cybersecurity Projects That Will Make You Stand Out
Want to impress recruiters and build real hands-on skills in cybersecurity? Start with these 10 projects that showcase practical knowledge, problem-solving, and initiative: 1️⃣ Home SOC Lab – Build a SOC with Wazuh, ELK, or Splunk and simulate attacks. 2️⃣ Threat Hunting & SIEM Rules – Create rules to detect suspicious activity. 3️⃣ Malware Analysis – Analyze malware safely and document behavior. 4️⃣ CTF Challenges – Solve hacking challenges and share write-ups. 5️⃣ Phishing Awareness – Run simulated phishing campaigns (with consent). 6️⃣ Vulnerability Assessment – Scan networks or apps and report findings. 7️⃣ Cloud Security – Secure AWS/Azure/GCP with proper policies and monitoring. 8️⃣ Security Automation – Automate tasks with Python, PowerShell, or Bash. 9️⃣ Web App Security – Test and patch a web app for OWASP Top 10 issues. 🔟 Cybersecurity Portfolio – Document all projects on GitHub or a blog. Build a small web app, test it for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, and patch issues. 🔥 Question for the group: Which one would you start with first? Drop your pick in the comments and tell us why!
1 like • 11d
I have done 7️⃣ Cloud Security – Secure AWS with proper policies and monitoring with screenshots. Link is attached. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SwyEVy07pI5d2Cgwf8JlYjdQzotWrSryLx4RHFQePFk/edit?usp=sharing
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@Muhammad Hamza thanks
If You Could Fix One Security Habit Everyone Ignored, What Would It Be?
For me, it would be reusing passwords across multiple accounts. It’s one of the most common mistakes people make, and it can easily lead to account takeovers if just one site gets breached. A simple fix is using a password manager to create and store strong, unique passwords for each login. I’d love to hear what you think. - What’s one security habit you wish everyone took more seriously something small that could prevent a lot of trouble? - If someone shares a good example, please like their comment so more people can see it!
2 likes • Nov 1
MFA(Multi-factor Authentication) should be applied by everyone on the systems, devices or networks. So if one password is hacked, another can protect you from login. For example, for the bank account, password and verify the code on the phone can stop the attacker from stealing the fund, even the attackers know the password, they can't steal because they don't know the code which only can be sent to the owners' phones
🛑 Scammers Are Getting Smarter Especially With Older Adults. What Do You Think?
I was reading about a scam campaign called “Vulnerability Vultures” that primarily targets people aged 60 and above. In 2024 alone, older adults reported around $4.8 billion in losses, according to the FBI. The article details how attackers pull this off: ✅ They pretend to be from trusted organizations (banks, government programs, financial aid, etc.) ✅ They reach out through social media ads or DMs ✅ They move you off-platform to fake websites or private chats ✅ They use AI-generated voices, cloned websites, and fake relief programmers ✅ And finally, they steal personal or financial info What’s wild is how professional these scams look now. It’s no longer just broken-English phishing emails; scammers are using AI, impersonation, automation, and cross-platform targeting to appear real. Read the full article here: https://cybersecuritynews.com/threat-actors-tricks-target-users/ Discussion Questions: - Why do you think older adults are being targeted so heavily? - Do you think AI is making scams harder to detect? - Should platforms like Facebook/Instagram do more to stop fake ads? - How can we help family members (especially non-tech-savvy ones) avoid these traps? - Do you think awareness or stricter laws are the better solution? 👉 If you found this post helpful or interesting, please like it so I can keep posting more breakdowns like this.
1 like • Oct 25
Q1.Why do you think older adults are being targeted so heavily? Ans: older adults are being targeted so heavily because: >>They are less familiar with online tricks. >>They might be looking for financial help, retirement benefits, or healthcare offers, so hackers easily trick them by offering those and in exchange hackers get all of their personal and financial information. >>Old people don't verify the organization heavily, they may believe all offers they get are from trusted organization. Q2. Do you think AI is making scams harder to detect? Ans::Yes, I think AI is making scams harder to detect, because When there was no A.I, scam message is easy to spot, because may be there is spelling mistakes, bad grammar, strange word or poor design or suspicious email address. But now with A.I. can creates perfect messages , A.I. can can clone the voice, fake websites, videos and photos, can be created like real. Q3. Should platforms like Facebook/Instagram do more to stop fake ads? Ans>> Yes, platforms like Facebook/Instagram should definitely do more to to stop this, because scammers' first choice is usually social like Facebook/Instagram and those of similar types. Hackers/Scammers put the fake add, fake charity page or pretended to be real Govt or bank entities to trick the adult people and sometimes young by pursuing them to click on those. When they click on those, those take them to the fake websites and may causes them financial loss or steal their data. One of the best solutions to stop these I think to verify the identity of the every business or advertisements, even MFA should be applied if needed. Q4. How can we help family members (especially non-tech-savvy ones) avoid these traps? Ans>> One of the best way to provide them the "awareness training", by telling them not click anything randomly, if they do, the malware can be installed on the devices which can steal all financial information/money from their bank account. >>Another way to install the antivirus on the devices or systems, put the MFA, so that even Hackers get one password, they still can't login unless they have a second proof.
0 likes • Oct 26
@Muhammad Hamza right.
🔐 Identity Security: Your First & Last Line of Defense
In 2025, identity has officially become the new cybersecurity perimeter. This article explains how modern threats are no longer just about firewalls and endpoints — attackers now target identities (both human and AI). 💡 Key takeaways: - Over 60% of organizations are still at an early stage of identity security maturity. - Less than 40% of AI agents are protected by identity policies. - Companies that invest in Identity & Access Management (IAM) see the highest ROI in security improvements. - The article suggests that as AI grows, securing who or what has access will define the next phase of cybersecurity. Discussion Time? - Do you agree that “identity is the new perimeter”? - Should AI agents and bots be managed like human users in IAM systems? - What are the biggest challenges small businesses face in adopting identity security? Source: https://thehackernews.com/2025/10/identity-security-your-first-and-last.html
1 like • Oct 22
Is it fine if I attach the file?
1 like • Oct 22
@Muhammad Hamza 👍
🚨 Teen Behind Vegas Casino Cyberattacks Released to Parents
A 17-year-old hacker suspected of involvement in the MGM Resorts and Caesars ransomware attacks has been released to his parents by a Nevada judge. The attacks, tied to the Scattered Spider group, caused over $100 million in damages and used ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware. Authorities say the teen still holds $1.8 million in Bitcoin that hasn’t been recovered. Prosecutors wanted him detained, calling the attacks “highly sophisticated,” but the judge allowed release under strict conditions: 🏠 Must live with parents in Clark County 💻 Limited or no internet access 🚫 Violations = immediate detention He faces charges for extortion, data theft, and unlawful computer access, and prosecutors want him tried as an adult. 🔗 Full article: BleepingComputer – Teen suspected of Vegas casino cyberattacks released to parents 🔐 Let’s Discuss 👉 Should he face full punishment to set an example, or be given a second chance to reform?
1 like • Oct 17
1. I think he should get a second chance, because he is only 17 years old and it is first time to hack on resort. 2. His Hacking capability can be turned toward ethical hacking which can be used to find out vulnerabilities in the computer system or networking in the organization or train him to defense the computer system from malware or cyber attack which I believe he may does easily because of his prior hacking knowledge.
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