Ben Paris

CTFs

National Cyber League — Spring 2026 [scouting report]

Spent April doing the NCL, solo weekend and a team weekend. Web app challenges were the only thing I didn't completely bomb. I want to keep doing these and get better at the categories I sucked at. Read my full reflection.

Python Security Multitool

CLI toolkit with packet crafting, port scanning, and XSS detection
Infrastructure as Code meets Home Lab

Security labs with Terraform/Incus and Wazuh SIEM monitoring
IAC Application Stack

Docker infrastructure with Grafana, NGINX reverse proxy, and Authelia SSO
Python Game Dev

Asteroids clone with physics, collision detection, and scoring
Python Midi Stream Deck

MIDI controller software with 64 buttons and auto-bank detection