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Pages
Posts
Small Satellites, Large Supply-Chain Attack Surfaces
SpyChain examines how compromised components can threaten small satellite systems, including attacks that span multiple parts of the supply chain and evade testing.
When a Private SMS Link Becomes a Public Data Leak
Private links delivered over SMS can act as bearer credentials. We show how a single exposed URL can reveal sensitive records and, in some services, expand into a much larger leak.
Why Probe-Resistant VPNs Can Still Be Identified
When a VPN server hosts multiple protocols, a probe-sensitive protocol can expose an otherwise probe-resistant service. Our study examines this weak-link problem across commercial VPN deployments.
Looking Beyond the VPN Badge: Auditing Mobile VPN Apps
MVPNalyzer audits the security and privacy of Android VPN apps. Our investigation of 281 apps found traffic leaks, unencrypted communication, tracking, and weaknesses in security practices.
portfolio
NDSS Fellowship
I was awarded the NDSS Fellowship for my research on the security analysis of Virtual Private Network (VPN) applications. 
3rd place @ 2026 Lobo Hackathon
I placed 3rd in the 2026 Lobo Hackathon, a competitive event that challenges participants to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems using technology. 
3rd place @ AlamoCTF 2025
LoboSec placed 3rd in the 2025 AlamoCTF, a competitive CTF event. 
CVE Database Downloader
This project provides a local API and a GUI to explore and analyze the entire CVE database from NIST. 
Security Scripts Collection
A curated set of commands for automating common security tasks, vulnerability checks, and penetration testing workflows. 
1st Place @ Tracer Fire CTF!
Obtained first place in the CTF held by Sandia National Laboratories!
publications
talks
MVPNalyzer: An Investigative Framework for Auditing the Security & Privacy of Mobile VPNs
In this colloquium talk I presented my research on the security analysis of Virtual Private Network (VPN) applications. The talk focused on the development of MVPNalyzer, an investigative framework designed to audit the security and privacy of mobile VPNs. I discussed the methodology used to identify common vulnerabilities, potential attack vectors, and effective mitigation strategies to enhance the security posture of VPN applications.
teaching
Teaching Assistant — Object Oriented Programming
Delivered supplementary lectures, graded coursework, and supported students in object oriented programming.
Instructor — Web Development Bootcamp
Taught web development and led Git workshops for the Le Wagon bootcamp.
Teaching Assistant — Declarative Programming (CS357)
Supported CS357 through grading, supplementary lectures, and guidance on declarative programming.
Teaching Assistant — Intro to Cybersecurity (CS544)
Developed hands-on labs in reverse engineering, injection attacks, and network scanning for CS544.
Guest Lecturer — Intro to Cybersecurity (CS544)
Spring 2025 — Guest lecturer for Intro to Cybersecurity (CS544) at the University of New Mexico.
Teaching Assistant — Advanced Cybersecurity (CS592)
Fall 2026 — Teaching assistant for Advanced Cybersecurity (CS592) at the University of New Mexico.