BSides312 2026 Last Minute CTF Event
Capture the Flag Event
Welcome to the BSides312 2026 Last Minute Capture the Flag (CTF) Event, proudly hosted by the Last Minute CTF team. This exciting event aims to provide a competitive learning environment for information security and general computing skills.
We understand that some participants may be new to CTF events. To assist those who may not have participated before, we have designed introductory challenges. These initial challenges, found in the Intro category, serve as a helpful guide to get you started.
Following the introductory challenges, we have crafted a range of tasks suitable for all skill levels. Regardless of your experience, with effort and dedication, you should be able to tackle these challenges. However, some may require significant time and perseverance, especially if you are encountering similar tasks for the first time. To this end, we embrace the "Try Harder" approach advocated by institutions like Offensive Security:
This content is designed for those who are new to security, and so we are hoping to impart the importance of trying hard with a more casual introduction.
Let's continue by discussing the Try Harder mindset in the specific context of exercises. Some exercises will be easy, but it is also reasonable to expect to encounter some difficulty. Some exercises may require multiple steps or are otherwise not immediately simple.
First, notice that you are ready to ask for help, and remind yourself that this is absolutely fine. Sometimes reaching this point can feel like a failure, but it's important not to think of it this way.
Information security, and particularly penetration testing, is all about not knowing things. After all, if every situation and outcome was easily known in advance, there would be no need for penetration testing in the first place.
It’s also important to remember that mistakes and failure are part of the process. Sometimes a particular vector just seems like it should be more effective. The first step in developing persistence is looking for why or how a particular approach is failing. Often this will lead to new approaches and new ideas.
There is an element of patience to this as well. Thomas Edison once quipped that “the most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” That’s what we ask of our students. Keep at it. Keep looking.
In other words, try again.
Who Should Play?
Everyone is encouraged to participate! The more individuals who join and compete, the more dynamic and enjoyable the CTF event will be. Whether you manage to solve and submit just one flag or complete them all, your involvement is valuable and welcomed.
It’s important to remember that you don’t need to dedicate all your time to the CTF; there is a broader conference happening, and you should take advantage of the various opportunities it offers.
What Do You Need to Play?
Participants are required to bring their own devices to engage with the challenges. Whether you have a company laptop or a mobile device, you can participate. All challenges are publicly hosted and accessible from anywhere, with no restrictions.
Many challenges can be solved without any specific software or tools, meaning that with some time and effort, you should be able to successfully submit flags and enjoy the competition.
We encourage you to explore the information available throughout the navigation menu at the top of this page for additional details and resources.
Where Can You Play?
Everyone is invited to participate in the CTF room located in LOCATION. However, all of the challenges are available and can be accessed remotely, so feel free to join in from anywhere.
When Can You Play?
The competition begins on Saturday, May 16th @ STARTTIME. All of the challenges will be available throughout the competition.
The competition ends at ENDTIME Saturday, May 16th.
You do not need to register early to compete; you can register and play right up until the competition ends.