TryHackme’s Advent of Cyber 2024 — Day 19 Writeup

Day 19 : I merely noticed that you’re improperly stored, my dear secret!

Advent of Cyber: Day 19 — Game Hacking with Frida

1. Introduction and Storyline

The video begins with Akib introducing Day 19 of the Advent of Cyber series, a daily cybersecurity challenge. The storyline features Glitch, a fictional character attempting to access Mayor Mare’s office. The twist? The smart lock to the office is integrated into a game. This playful scenario sets the stage for exploring game hacking techniques in cybersecurity.

2. Understanding Game Hacking

Game hacking is presented as a niche yet critical domain within cybersecurity. The speaker highlights its increasing relevance due to malicious activities, such as:

• Automating actions.
• Exploiting game logic.
• Introducing cheats.

The complexity of game hacking is emphasized, requiring expertise in:

• Memory management.
• Reverse engineering.
• Networking.

These skills are foundational for manipulating game mechanics and uncovering vulnerabilities.