Rege

Criminologist, @TU_CARE, @CollegiateSECTF, Research Lead @sec_defcon, Advisory Board @RaicesCyberOrg @blackgirlshack, Cyberhygiene + community outreach

[Rege @Prof_Rege]

🎉 Excited to celebrate 5 yrs of the CIRA dataset with @rab1928, with >2,000 ransomware incidents!

Big thanks to @EduardKovacs for the great coverage in Security Week: https://t.co/SrdISoHJBQ

Grateful to all who’s supported this journey! 🚀
#CriticalInfrastructure #Ransomware

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

V 12.13 of our #CriticalInfrastructure #Ransomware #cyberattacks dataset (N=2039, Nov 2013-December 31, 2024) is now available. 32 new/3 modified records.

FREE download: https://t.co/HYtdXlFnkA

[Rege @Prof_Rege]

Hard to believe this is year 6 of the Social Engineering Competition by @TU_CARE

Fully virtual, no cost, open globally
🏆 Cash prizes + @sec_defcon opportunity
⏰ Feb 9, 12pm ET

🔗 https://t.co/kaVn4XCjD1

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

⏰ Final reminder: SEC 2026 applications closing soon

🗓 Feb 9, 2026 | 12pm ET
🌍 Fully virtual | No cost | Global
🎓 HS, UG & Grad (all disciplines)
🏆 Cash prizes + @sec_defcon opportunity

🔗 https://t.co/rS7Ik9xyzx

#Cybersecurity #SocialEngineering

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

⏰ Final reminder: SEC 2026 applications closing soon

🗓 Feb 9, 2026 | 12pm ET
🌍 Fully virtual | No cost | Global
🎓 HS, UG & Grad (all disciplines)
🏆 Cash prizes + @sec_defcon opportunity

🔗 https://t.co/rS7Ik9xyzx

#Cybersecurity #SocialEngineering

[Rege @Prof_Rege]

The @TU_CARE is now accepting applications for the 6th Annual #SocialEngineering Competition!
Fully virtual, global, no cost.
High school, undergrad, and grad students.
Cash prizes!
Apply by Feb 9 (12pm ET): https://t.co/kaVn4XCjD1

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

🚨 Now Open: 6th Annual #SocialEngineering Competition🚨

Theme: AI-Enhanced Social Engineering Attacks on a Community-Based Pharmacy

Fully virtual | Global participation
No registration fees
Apply by Feb 9, 2026 (12pm ET)

https://t.co/rS7Ik9xyzx

[Rege @Prof_Rege]

Dataset work isn’t glamorous, but it matters.

CIRA v12.16 is out, adding 172 new #ransomware incidents affecting #CriticalInfrastructure.

Grateful to the students and collaborators who help sustain this open dataset. Open data for research, teaching, and practice — always 👇

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

We’re back with a new release.

V12.16 of our #CriticalInfrastructure #Ransomware #Cyberattacks dataset (N=2,291; Nov 2013–Dec 31, 2025) is now available — 172 new records.

FREE download: https://t.co/HYtdXlEPv2

[Social Engineering Community @sec_defcon]

Enjoying the #SECVC calls? So are our judges and MC! Make sure to give them a high-five, wink, or follow!

@_nextjenn
@knavesec
@_sn0ww
@jc_socal

[Social Engineering Community @sec_defcon]

Lanyards might seem small, but they represent connection — and @snowfensive made that possible this year. Thank you for your sponsorship.
#snowfensive

[Social Engineering Community @sec_defcon]

Did you know we offer competitors in the #SECVC coaching help? Huge shout out to our team of coaches for volunteering their time and knowledge to help out competing teams succeed!

@ShadowFox (last years winning team!)
@jamieantisocial
@ibetika
@jc_socal

[Social Engineering Community @sec_defcon]

Thinking about sponsoring?
We’d be glad to welcome your support in the Social Engineering Community.
✨ Learn more: https://t.co/uyoWnD1uir

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

Next up in today’s Social Engineering Competition spotlight: high school team - Seaphishers 🎣🧠

They’ve been bringing their A-game since day one — and we expect nothing less! 🔥
Keep an eye on this team 👀 they’re here to make waves.
#SocialEngineering #CyberComp #TeamSpotlight

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

Introducing an undergraduate team that’s been taking care of business in our Social Engineering Competition: CyberSaints 😇💻

These guys are bringing the heat — watch them make moves! 🔥⚡️
#SocialEngineering #CyberComp #Cybersecurity

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

Get out the way! 🚨 Here comes Human Exploit — an undergrad team that came READY to compete in our Social Engineering Competition! 💥🕵️‍♂️
Keep a close eye on 'em — they’re here to make an impact! 🔐🔥

#SocialEngineering #CyberComp #Cybersecurity

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

This high school team is on a MISSION! 💥
Taking our Social Engineering Competition by storm — meet 0xf1sh 🧠🎣
You’re gonna wanna keep your eyes on ‘em 👀 They’re making serious moves! 🔐🔥

#SocialEngineering #CyberComp #CyberSecurity

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

Today we’ve GOT to talk about this incredible grad team in our Social Engineering Competition — Parakram 💥🧠

They’ve been on a roll since day one, and they’re showing no signs of slowing down! 🔐🔥

#SocialEngineering #CyberComp #Cybersecurity

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

🎶 We just got a letter… 🎶
And it says: check out this awesome high school team in our Social Engineering Competition! 💌💻

Introducing Blue’s Clues 🔍🧠
They’re smart, strategic, and leaving no clue behind!

#SocialEngineering #CyberComp #Cybersecurity

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

⚠️ Uh oh… looks like your system's been infected — but not with just any malware...

Say hello to Malware Mavs 2 💻🦠
This undergrad team in our Social Engineering Competition is executing flawless exploits and leaving no vulnerability untouched! 🔐🔥
#SocialEngineering #Cyber

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

Charging in from @WMUBroncos @HCOB — it’s time to meet the brains behind Bronco Intelligence Unit! 🧠🐴

This undergrad team in our Social Engineering Competition came ready to outsmart, outplay, and out-hack the rest! 💻⚡️

#SocialEngineering #CyberComp #Cybersecurity

[Cybersec Application, Research & Education:CARE @TU_CARE]

My pockets might be empty… but this grad team? They’ve got a #PocketFullOfPosies — and a bouquet of social engineering skills to match! 💐💻

Sweet on the surface, but sharp underneath — don’t let the flowers fool you! 🌸🧠

#SocialEngineering #Cybersecurity

[Verizon Business @VerizonBusiness]

Your business is built on data—but is it built to defend it? 🚨

The 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report is here to help you unpack current cyber threats, prepare for cybersecurity risks and protect what's yours. Stay ahead: https://t.co/edOCepfLiU #2025DBIR

[Temple University @TempleUniv]

New major alert!

Open to students in fall 2025, @TULiberalArts’ new cybersecurity and human behavior degree takes an interdisciplinary, human-forward approach to preventing cybercrime. https://t.co/4b2pEAX9Kf

[Social Engineering Community @sec_defcon]

🚨Calling all volunteers!
SE Community runs on the heart and hustle of our amazing volunteers. 💛
Apply to be a part of the team!
📆Submissions close: June 1, 2025
📬Acceptances sent: June 16, 2025
Learn more: https://t.co/dEhyAfE3Xm