Padding Matters - Exploring Function Detection in PE Files
Co-authored paper on function detection in Windows PE files, introducing FuncPEval and evaluating heuristic and ML-based approaches under randomized padding.
Hello, I am
Raphael
I am a computer scientist with a focus on security and a passion for theme parks.
About
I am a researcher in the Malware, Cybercrime & Threat Intelligence Research Group at the Institute for Internet Security of the Westphalian University of Applied Sciences in Gelsenkirchen. My work focuses on making threat intelligence more accessible through retrieval-augmented generation. Previously, I worked on binary code analysis for malware research and on visual detection methods for phishing websites.
Work Experience
- Researcher
Focus on threat intelligence accessibility through retrieval-augmented generation.
- Threat Intelligence Intern
Worked on internal threat intelligence initiatives.
- Research Assistant
Supported academic security research and teaching, including malware analysis, secure coding, and offensive security topics.
Education
- M.Sc. Internet-Security
- B.Sc. Media Informatics
Publications & Media
ENISA Report Verification and Press Coverage
Contributed to uncovering invalid references in ENISA’s 2025 Threat Landscape Report, helping initiate public reporting on AI-related citation errors.
Benchmarking Hyper-Breakpoints for Efficient VMI
Co-authored benchmarking study on VMI breakpoint mechanisms and their performance trade-offs, with measurements and tooling for reproducible evaluation.
Coaster Count
I have ridden over 166 roller coasters and visited 36 theme parks in 6 countries across 3 continents.
Overview
- Real roller coasters 0
- All 0
- With duplicates 0
Design
- Sit Down 0
- Stand Up 0
- Inverted 0
- Suspended 0
- Flying 0
- Wing 0
- Bobsled 0
- Pipeline 0
Contact
Want to collaborate or just say hi? Reach me at hello@raphael.gg