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Registrations for Pakistan's Cyber Security Ideas Cup Challenge are open Now. Last date for concept notes submittion is 31st May 2022.
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About Us
National Center for Cyber Security is organizing ‘Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge’, a Hackathon and Capture-the-Flag (CTF) event,
held in conjunction with ICCWS 2021. This event is open to all students from HEIs, Cyber Security Clubs, Companies and SMEs across Pakistan.
In a connected world, digital devices and services have become an integral part of our everyday lives. At the same time, such devices and services
are also increasingly exploited by criminals for cyber-related and cyber-enabled crimes. To address these challenges, there is an urgent need for
a new breed of cybersecurity experts who understand new security vulnerabilities and develop ways to secure new devices and services in the digital
realm. Pakistan cyber security challenge offers a platform to develop and identify a talented pool for a secure resilient, robust and cyber secure Pakistan.
Organizers & Patrons
Student Clubs
Frequently Asked Questions
Drop us a mail at info@nccs.pk if you have more questions.
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1. Is having a programming background required to participate?
It is unlikely that participants will need to create programs from scratch. However, scripting is highly advantageous. Languages such as python will be useful.
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2. Can a student from any university participate?
Yes. Only IT backrgound is required.
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3. Can team members be from different institutions? Or must they be from the same institution?
Team members can be from different institutions.
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4. Is there a limit to the number of teams sent by the University?
There is no limit to the number teams sent.
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5. Can I do the Challenge on my own?
No. You will need to form a team of 2 to participate
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6. Are there any prerequisites to participate?
No. Only basic knowledge is enough.
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7. What are some recommended skills or knowledge to have in order to have a chance to be top 3?
Understanding of file systems, network traffic, use of tools like wireshark or equivalent, knowledge of scripting such as python, cryptography, IoT protocols are some of things that could help.
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8. Will participants be taught during the Challenge?
Participants will need to do your own research and learning through platforms such as the internet.
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9. Can each institution send more than 2 teams? Or should all the participants from the school be divided into 2 teams?
Each school can send more than 2 teams. The team members will receive an email to confirm their participation. Each individual member of the team needs to go online and register.
Contact
Location:
Air University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Email:
info@nccs.pk