Twan Terstappen

Ethical Hacker & Cybersecurity Enthusiast

Dedicated to enhancing digital security through thorough vulnerability analysis. Experienced in advanced security assessment and threat research.

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Core Expertise

Areas where I excel in cybersecurity and ethical hacking

Vulnerability Assessment

Identifying and analyzing security vulnerabilities across multiple platforms and systems.

Penetration Testing

Comprehensive security testing to identify weaknesses before malicious actors can exploit them.

Security Research

Research in emerging threats and innovative security methodologies.

Technology Stack

Tools and technologies I work with daily

Python

Automation & Scripts

Docker

Containerization

Web Dev

Full Stack

AI/ML

Machine Learning

Git

Version Control

Pentesting

Security Testing

Bug Bounty

Vulnerability Research

Education & Achievements

My academic journey in cybersecurity and technology

Cisco IT Essentials

Completed foundational Cisco certification covering computer hardware, operating systems, and networking fundamentals.

IT-Expert MBO

Completed Cum Laude with specialty in Network Management, focusing on creating, maintaining, and improving (Cisco) networks.

HALON 2023 🏆

Won an award at the prestigious HALON cybersecurity competition, demonstrating exceptional ethical hacking skills and cybersecurity expertise.

HALON 2024 🏆

Won 2 awards at HALON 2024, showcasing outstanding performance and continued excellence in cybersecurity competitions.

CVE-2024-51362

Identified and contributed to the disclosure of CVE-2024-51362, demonstrating commitment to security research and vulnerability disclosure.

Minor: Applied Artificial Intelligence

Focused on AI/ML development and creating advanced machine learning algorithms. Successfully completed coursework covering both theoretical foundations and practical implementations.

ZeroDay Zoetermeer 🏆

Me and my team won the ZeroDay cybersecurity competition in Zoetermeer, demonstrating excellent teamwork and cybersecurity skills.

Minor: Software Reversing & Exploitation

Specialized in reversing software from ELF and EXE binaries and developing exploitation techniques. Advanced training in cybersecurity methodologies and vulnerability analysis.

Cybersecurity Bachelor (In Progress)

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity to further advance expertise