DC864, short for "DefCon 864," is a thriving community that was founded in the fall of 2018 by two passionate individuals, Ben Acord (Overcast) and Eric Hart (Kal). The primary mission of DC864 is to foster a vibrant ecosystem for individuals interested in the realms of digital privacy and information security. Through a variety of activities, this group offers valuable learning opportunities, a wealth of resources, and a sense of camaraderie that unites enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.

At DC864, inclusivity is key. Whether you're an aspiring hacker looking to sharpen your skills or simply someone curious about the world of cybersecurity, you are more than welcome to join our community. Best of all, there are no membership dues or fees, ensuring that everyone can participate without any financial burden.

About the Capture the Flag (CTF) Contests

In 2019, DC864 embarked on an exciting journey by launching their very own Capture the Flag (CTF) contests. These CTF challenges provide a platform for participants to test their cybersecurity skills, solve puzzles, and engage in friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the world of CTFs, DC864's contests are designed to cater to a wide range of skill levels.

Need to reach us?

The DC864 team is managing a table at the entrance of the BSides Greenville conference. Help is also available online in our Discord community in the #ccc-ctf channel on the DC864 Discord server: https://discord.gg/kf7r7V8K.

CTF Winning Criteria

The contest is an individual CTF. You can collaborate with others or form teams as you would like but the contest and scoring are individual based. Prizes are awarded to the individuals who score in first, second, and third place.

The winning scores will be tallied at 4 PM EST on Saturday.

Prizes

We believe in rewarding the dedication and talent of our CTF participants. That's why we offer enticing prizes to those who excel in our challenges:

🥇 1st Prize: 💰 $150 Gift Card BSides Greenville Hoodie

🥈 2nd Prize: 🎁 $50 Gift Card BSides Greenville Hoodie

3nd Prize: 🎁 Defcon32 fanny pack full of stickers from the conference floor and other random bits of goodness.

Prize Sponsors

We are immensely grateful to our sponsors who have generously contributed rewards for our CTF participants and winners. Their support helps us make our contests even more exciting and rewarding. Check out our sponsors:

HighPoint
DC864
BSides Greenville

Join DC864's vibrant community, test your cybersecurity skills in our CTF contests, and seize the opportunity to win fantastic prizes, all while fostering your passion for digital privacy and information security. We look forward to welcoming you!