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diff --git a/content/PicoCTF/General Skills/Super SSH.md b/content/PicoCTF/General Skills/Super SSH.md
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 ## Challenge Description
 

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 ## Challenge Description
 
 ![[PicoCTF Based.png]]
 
+As the challenge description suggests, we must be equipped with basic knowledge of different data encodings in order to solve this challenge.
+
+However, there are many types of **numerical encodings** or **data encodings** used to represent data in different formats. We will need to know which are used for this challenge.
+
+To do this, we run the command given in the challenge:
+
+```bash
+nc jupiter.challenges.picoctf.org 15130
+```
+
+>[!info] How does the challenge work?
+>
+>We are first tasked to convert a **binary (base-2) representation** of a word to the original word. There is a time limit of 45 seconds for us to submit to correct answer.
+>
+>If the answer is correct, we will then be given an **octal (base-8) representation** of another word. Our task is basically the same; we have to decode the octal representation and submit the correct word.
+>
+>The final stage will require us to decode the **base64 representation** of a word. After which, the answer submitted is correct, we will be awarded with the flag.
+
+I created a few python scripts to do the conversion for me:
+
+>[!abstract]+ Python scripts used for conversions
+>
+>**Binary Conversion**
+>
+>```python
+># Binary conversion
+>
+>word = ""
+>binary = input("Enter binary representation: ")
+>
+>for octet in binary.split():
+>    char = chr(int(octet,2))
+>    word += char
+>
+>print(f"The word is '{word}'.")
+>```
+>
+>**Octal Conversion**
+>
+>```python
+># Octal conversion
+>
+>word = ""
+>octal = input("Enter octal representation: ")
+>
+>for num in octal.split():
+>    char = chr(int(num,8))
+>    word += char
+>
+>print(f"The word is '{word}'.")
+>```
+>
+>**Hex conversion**
+>
+>```python
+># Hex conversion
+>
+>word = ""
+>hex = input("Enter hex representation: ")
+>
+>for i in range(0,len(hex),2):
+>    hex_char = hex[i] + hex[i+1]
+>    char = chr(int(hex_char,16))
+>    word += char
+>
+>print(f"The word is '{word}'.")
+>```
+### Solving the challenge
 
 ![[PicoCTF Based 2.png]]
 
-![[PicoCTF Based 3.png]]
+I proceeded to run the above command to connect to the server once again, and used the scripts shown above to convert the values accordingly. I used a separate terminal to do the conversions.
 
+![[PicoCTF Based 3.png]]
 
+After submitting the right input, I was awarded with the flag for this challenge.
 
 > [!NOTE] Flag
 > picoCTF{learning_about_converting_values_02167de8}
diff --git a/content/PicoCTF/PicoCTF Writeups.md b/content/PicoCTF/PicoCTF Writeups.md
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 	- [[PW Crack 4]]
 	- [[PW Crack 5]]
 	- [[useless]]
-	- [[based]]
+	- [[Based]]
 
 
 

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 title: CTF Writeups
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 ![[banner.jpg]]
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 Welcome to my Capture The Flag (CTF) writeups page! Here you'll find detailed explanations and solutions to various CTF challenges I've tackled. 
 ## The Ongoing Journey 💡
 
-As of **20 September 2024**, this CTF-writeups page has a total of **102** writeups across different topics. As I continue to explore and glean deeper insights, this project will remain a living document, constantly evolving and improving. Regular updates will be made to refine the content, introduce fresh perspectives, and integrate the latest knowledge. Stay tuned for ongoing enhancements!
+As of **21 September 2024**, this CTF-writeups page has a total of **104** writeups across different topics. As I continue to explore and glean deeper insights, this project will remain a living document, constantly evolving and improving. Regular updates will be made to refine the content, introduce fresh perspectives, and integrate the latest knowledge. Stay tuned for ongoing enhancements!
 ## Navigation 🗺️
 
 ### PicoCTF