::ctf::

The cybersecurity game

Introduction to Capture the Flag (CTF)

What is Capture the Flag? Capture the Flag (CTF) is a popular cybersecurity competition where participants solve security-related challenges to find h...

Oct 16

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The Role of Images in Capture the Flag Challenges

In many Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, images play a crucial role in various challenges. While images like PNG, JPG, or GIF files might appear a...

Oct 16

Reverse Engineering: Understanding Compiled Code

In reverse engineering challenges, participants are given compiled binaries (often without source code) and must analyze the program's behavior to...

Oct 16

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Social Engineering in CTFs: A Rare But Challenging Task

While rare in traditional CTFs, social engineering challenges can sometimes appear, pushing participants to use psychological tactics to gather inform...

Oct 16

The Importance of Cryptography in CTFs

Cryptography challenges are a staple in CTF competitions, testing participants' knowledge of encryption and decryption techniques. Whether it’s br...

Oct 16

Forensics in CTF: Analyzing Disk Images and Logs

Forensics challenges in CTFs often require participants to examine disk images, memory dumps, or log files to uncover clues or hidden flags. These cha...

Oct 16

Web Exploitation: Finding Vulnerabilities in Web Apps

Web exploitation is a common category in CTF competitions, where participants are tasked with identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in web applic...

Oct 16