Rules & Guidelines
Fair play and learning are our top priorities. Please review these important guidelines.
No attacking other teams or the competition infrastructure
No sharing flags or solutions with other teams
Respect all participants and organizers
Follow DEF CON code of conduct
Teams can have 1-4 members maximum
Solo participation is encouraged and welcome
Team registration required before competition starts
All skill levels welcome - beginners encouraged!
Competition runs for 48 hours straight
Challenges released in waves throughout the event
Scoreboard updates in real-time
Final submissions accepted until closing ceremony
Points awarded based on challenge difficulty
Dynamic scoring - points decrease as more teams solve
Prizes for top 3 teams and special categories
Recognition certificates for all participants
Important Notes
This is a defensive security focused CTF. While some challenges may involve understanding attack techniques, the primary focus is on detection, analysis, and response.
Questions during the competition? Look for Blue Team Village organizers, or visit our help desk in the village area.