Did you know that one of the earliest Capture the Flag (CTF) events was introduced at DEFCON in 1996? Since then, both the prevalence and popularity of CTFs have increased along with the field of cybersecurity. 

Today, there are many CTF competitions held all over the world, from local and regional events to international challenges. Participants come from a variety of backgrounds, including students, professionals, security researchers and more.

But why are CTFs so popular?

CTF competitions stand out as one of the most thrilling ways to deeply immerse yourself in the ever-evolving and dynamic field of cybersecurity. 

CTFs offer a multifaceted learning experience that extends beyond traditional cybersecurity education, encompassing skill development, knowledge enrichment, the camaraderie of teamwork, and the excitement of creative problem-solving.

Why give CyberEDU CTFs a try?

CTF competitions are what helped CyberEDU evolve both as a platform and community.

We organized our very first CTF, UNbreakable Romania, in 2020, the year of our official launch. The event was designed for high school and university students passionate about cybersecurity. The platform would later host the Romanian Cybersecurity Challenge, an yearly CTF event organized in Romania to reward local best talents in cyber security. DefCamp Capture the Flag 2020 happened next, with over 2,000 players competing at the same time.

Since then, we’ve continued to host future editions of such events – and even more, varied CTF competitions. You can explore the full, public list, here. 

Of course, if you’re a first time visitor on CyberEDU, we’d like to officially welcome you to the captivating realm of CyberEDU Capture the Flag challenges, where an exciting learning journey awaits, and your cybersecurity knowledge and skills can soar.

To help you navigate through the intriguing world of CyberEDU CTFs, we prepared a short and quick guide with “7 Reasons to Get Involved in CyberEDU CTFs”

Download the guide, here.

So:

– whether your goals include bolstering your resume, forging connections with like-minded individuals, or simply relishing the adrenaline rush of overcoming challenges; or:

– whether you’re a novice eager to learn or a seasoned professional looking to hone your expertise; or:

– if you’re ready to elevate your cybersecurity journey to new heights,

the CTFs on CyberEDU can help you explore the cybersecurity universe just the way you want it.

On CyberEDU, you can join our public competitions such as:

• UNbreakable Romania;
• The Romanian Cybersecurity Challenge;
• DefCamp Capture the Flag & all DefCamp Hacking Village competitions. Brace yourselves: DefCamp 2023 Hacking Village competitions are coming, this November 23-24! 
• Any other public CTF competition hosted by us!

You can also use the platform to host your own CTF competition, for free!

Browsing through our previous competitions, which we’ve either organized or hosted on CyberEDU, is a fantastic way to discover what can be achieved here:

• Brasov CyberARENA
• Electron
• SIS Lab CTF
• and more!

Give CyberEDU a try!

We encourage you to take a dive into CyberEDU to explore and discover more about the fascinating world of Capture The Flag competitions. Our platform provides the best options for experienced and novice ethical hackers to take part in CTFs. CyberEDU has you covered whether you’re a total beginner or an experienced veteran. The platform can also be your go-to choice for training your team or scouting for new cybersecurity talent.

CyberEDU is a world of possibilities, so don’t be shy – give it a try!