What is CyberClassCTF?

CyberClassCTF is a cybersecurity and ethical hacking competition hosted by CyberClass! It is open to all 4-12th grade students. Competitors will be challenged to solve a series of different problems related to cybersecurity in order to find hidden flags. Challenge categories include cryptography, computer forensics, web exploitation, reverse engineering, and binary exploitation.

CyberClassCTF is open to competitors of all levels! The competition will contain a variety of beginner-level problems, as well as more challenging ones for more skilled participants.

What is a CTF?

CTF stands for "Capture the Flag," which is a common format for security competitions. Pieces of information called "flags" are put inside of servers, images, websites, or otherwise hidden so that they are difficult to access. Flags often take the format of "flag{this_is_a_flag}," but not always. Flags can be acquired by hacking a website, reverse engineering a piece of code, decrypting a message, or a variety of other means. The goal of the competition is to find flags. Competitors can then submit flags to earn points. 

Teams

Competitors may choose to compete either individually or in teams of up to three players. How to split any prize the team may win is entirely up to the team's own discretion.

If you would like to compete in a team but cannot find one, we can help you form teams in our Launch Day Meeting (through Zoom). Sign up for this meeting here.

what Resources do I need to compete?

To compete, you need only a computer with a web browser and the ability to download and install applications! If you would like, you can also download and install a Linux virtual machine, which can make solving certain challenges easier. 

what constitutes cheating?

Competitors should only compete with those in their own team. Cross team collaboration is not allowed, and direct assistance from others outside of the team is also prohibited. However, you are allowed and highly encouraged to search for tools and resources on the Internet and use them to solve challenges.

Attacking any infrastructure or machines not explicitly designated as targets is strictly prohibited.