CTF Rules - RSA Conference 2026


  1. No Flag Submission, No Points:
    • Any request for points without flag submission shall not be entertained.
    • Flags look like this: FLAG-{FLAGEX4MP1Efor7hecha1l3nge69EEcF}
  2. Platform Integrity:
    • Do not attack the CTF platform or throw traps that might render it unavailable for other players.
  3. No Cheating:
    • Any flag sharing or cheating will lead to immediate disqualification. Honor and integrity must guide your journey.
  4. Communication:
    • Discussions and guidance on the dedicated Discord channel.
  5. Prize Collection:
    • Victorious players must be on-site to collect prizes from the RSAC venue.
  6. Team or Individual Play:
    • The CTF can be undertaken in teams or as solitary quests.
  7. Respect Others:
    • Do not disrupt other participant's efforts or attack their environments. Respect the journey of your fellow hackers.
  8. Tool Usage:
    • Bring them, Use them! Stray not into forbidden practices.
  9. Flag Submission Protocol:
    • Submit flags through the designated portal - NOT DISCORD!