Anchal Sagar 🇮🇳
About Anchal Sagar 🇮🇳
Anchal Sagar is a Security Researcher and Assistant Professor at Lovely Professional University, where he has worked since 2023. He holds multiple cybersecurity certifications and specializes in reverse engineering and malware analysis.
Work at HackerOne
Anchal Sagar has been employed at HackerOne as a Security Researcher since 2018. In this role, Sagar focuses on identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing security protocols. The position involves collaboration with various teams to improve the overall security posture of client systems. Sagar's expertise in cybersecurity contributes to HackerOne's mission of helping organizations manage and mitigate security risks.
Work at Bugcrowd
Since 2019, Anchal Sagar has worked at Bugcrowd as a Security Researcher. This role involves participating in bug bounty programs and conducting vulnerability assessments. Sagar's contributions help organizations identify and resolve security weaknesses, thereby enhancing their cybersecurity defenses. The experience gained at Bugcrowd complements Sagar's extensive background in security research.
Education and Expertise
Anchal Sagar holds a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) from Lovely Professional University, where studies were completed from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, Sagar earned a Bachelor of Computer Applications from the same institution from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, Sagar studied Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism at Vellore Institute of Technology for six months in 2016. Sagar's educational background is complemented by multiple certifications, including Certified Red Team Professional (CRTP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), and Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) by (ISC)².
Background
Anchal Sagar began the academic journey at Army Public School (APS) before pursuing higher education in computer applications and cybersecurity. Sagar's foundational education laid the groundwork for a career in security research, with a focus on reverse engineering and malware analysis. The combination of formal education and practical experience has shaped Sagar's approach to cybersecurity.
Achievements in Cybersecurity
Anchal Sagar has developed a strong skill set in cybersecurity, specializing in vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, cyber forensics, and open-source intelligence (OSINT) activities. Sagar is also skilled in Linux administration and network engineering. The certifications obtained, including CRTP, CEH, OSCP, and CC, reflect a commitment to professional development and expertise in the field.