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Interesting. How would one get into systems CTF? Sure, google returns plenty of hits, but are there any active communities that are better geared towards newb
by loomisfifty3 12y ago
Interesting. How would one get into systems CTF? Sure, google returns plenty of hits, but are there any active communities that are better geared towards newbs or better resources, etc...
- thefreeman 12y agoVulnHub [1] is fantastic. It is an index of VM's set up specifically for CTF challenges, with links to walkthroughs as well. I have been having a blast working my way through them. Most of the VM's link to the creators' website / blog, which is a good way to find more information and resources as well, as they tend to be active security researchers. [1] http://www.vulnhub.com http://www.vulnhub.com
- jmgrosen 12y agoA great resource is PicoCTF, which, although designed for high schoolers, is a pretty good way to get into the scene: https://picoctf.com https://picoctf.com (It was from PicoCTF that I went from knowing nearly nothing about security to qualifying for a competition in New York to qualifying for a competition in Korea to obtaining an internship in a computer security lab -- thanks once again, CMU! Even if I'm working at your rivals now...)
- borski 12y agoThe best place to start is by doing one. The easiest to get into, by far, is http://www.microcorruption.com http://www.microcorruption.com It is the best beginner CTF I have ever seen in my life, and I've been CTF'ing for 9 years. Incidentally, if anyone here finds that they really like this stuff, my team (Samurai) is all about teaching those who want to learn. Email me at borski@tinfoilsecurity.com :)