CRACK THE CODE: Cyber Puzzle Race

Ready to test your cyber skills in the ultimate digital battlefield? Join Crack The Code, Cyber Puzzle Race where ethical hackers, security enthusiasts, and problem-solvers from around the world compete to crack codes, exploit vulnerabilities, and solve intricate puzzles in real-time! Whether you’re a beginner eager to explore cybersecurity or a seasoned professional ready to flex your skills, this high-octane challenge will push your limits in cryptography, reverse engineering, web exploitation, and more. Dive into the world of ethical hacking, network forensics, and cyber strategy as you race against the clock to capture flags and dominate the leaderboard in this adrenaline-fueled event!

💻 Decode. Exploit. Conquer the security battlefield.

📅 Event Details

Event Date: 24 December 2023
Registration Deadline: 20 December 2023
Team Size: 1-3 participants

🧩 Challenge Categories

🔹 Web Exploitation – Hack your way through web vulnerabilities (XSS, SQLi, CSRF)
🔹 Binary Exploitation – Dive into memory and binaries to find flaws
🔹 Reverse Engineering – Deconstruct executables to reveal secrets
🔹 Cryptography – Break weak ciphers and decode hidden messages
🔹 Forensics – Analyze logs, PCAPs, and artifacts to trace attacks
🔹 Steganography – Discover hidden information in plain sight

Each flag you capture earns you points — the team with the highest score wins!

🧑‍⚖️ Judging Criteria

✔️ Number of Flags Captured
✔️ Difficulty Level of Challenges Solved
✔️ Time Taken to Solve Each Puzzle
✔️ Approach & Write-Up Quality (if applicable)

🛠️ Tools & Skills You Might Use

Burp Suite, Wireshark, Ghidra, Metasploit
Python scripting, Linux command-line tools
Knowledge of OWASP Top 10, hashing & encryption techniques
Logical thinking, teamwork, and fast debugging skills

👥 Who Can Join?

Ethical Hackers
Cybersecurity Students & Pros
Security Analysts & Enthusiasts
Anyone who loves puzzles, hacking, and fast-paced problem solving