# About Me

I'm Rushikesh Nerkar (aka 0xRushi), an 18-year-old security researcher and dedicated lab grinder. I spend my time deep in the weeds of complex environments, figuring out exactly how things break so I can document the process. For me, it’s about the thrill of the build-up and the clarity of the writeup.

#### What to Expect Here

This GitBook is essentially a brain-dump of my journey through offensive security. I don't just post solutions; I break down the methodology. You'll find a heavy emphasis on modern infrastructure, internal networks, and web-scale vulnerabilities. I’m a big believer that understanding the "why" is the only way to actually get good at the "how."

#### The Focus

* Cloud Security: This is where I spend most of my energy. I have a genuine passion for the cloud specifically the unique security challenges that come with AWS and modern architectures.
* Active Directory: I’m fascinated by the complexity of internal networks. From domain pivoting to lateral movement, I love mapping out the paths that lead to a full compromise.
* Web Security: I focus on hunting for logical flaws and critical vulnerabilities in web applications, constantly pushing to see how far a simple request can be pushed.

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#### Certifications

* CRTOM – Certified Red Team Operations Management
* BSCP – Burp Suite Certified Practitioner (In Progress)

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#### Let’s Connect

I’m always open to collaborating on research, joining CTF teams, or discussing the latest in offensive security. You can find me here:

* HackTheBox: rushi820
* GitHub: [github.com/RushikeshNerkar820](https://github.com/RushikeshNerkar820)
* TryHackMe: [tryhackme.com/p/rushioii](https://tryhackme.com/p/rushioii)

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Exploit curiosity, patch ignorance.
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