Rules and Regulations
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Team Composition:
- Each team must consist of four members.
- All team members must be registered together; individual registrations are not accepted.
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Fair Play and Ethics:
- Do not perform Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks on the CTF website. Teams engaging in such activities will be disqualified.
- Do not perform network attacks on the event network. Suspicious activities will be monitored, and offenders will be reported to authorities and disqualified.
- Do not share flags with other teams. Volunteers will be monitoring for such behavior.
- Do not disclose challenge details or solutions to anyone outside your team.
- Modifying or replacing flags is prohibited and may result in disqualification.
- Physical attacks, social engineering, and any form of cheating are not allowed.
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Submission Guidelines:
- Any team member can submit flags, and submissions will count toward the team's overall score.
- Taking hints will reduce your points for that challenge.
- Some challenges will be unlocked only after completing all challenges in a category.
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Conduct and Responsibility:
- Do not damage Saint Peter’s University property.
- Respect other participants, organizers, and the venue at all times.
- Harassment or discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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Technical Restrictions:
- Do not attempt to attack or disrupt the scoring system or infrastructure.
- Automated scanning tools are allowed but must be used responsibly to avoid disrupting services.
- Denial of Service (DoS) attacks against challenges or infrastructure are prohibited.
- Do not interfere with other teams' systems or privacy.
- Do not attempt to intercept or read network traffic that is not intended for your team.
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Help and Support:
- If you encounter any issues with challenges or suspect a problem with the infrastructure, notify an organizer or volunteer immediately.
- Questions about challenges should be directed to the organizers, not other teams.
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Legal Compliance:
- All participants must comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Unauthorized access to systems outside the scope of the CTF is strictly prohibited.
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Disqualification:
- Violating any of these rules may result in disqualification of the team.
- The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any team for misconduct or unethical behavior.
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Liability:
- Participants are responsible for their own equipment and belongings.
- The organizers are not liable for any damage or loss incurred during the event.
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Event Timing:
- The CTF will start at [Start Time] and end at [End Time]. No submissions will be accepted after the event concludes.
- Teams are expected to arrive on time and adhere to the event schedule.
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Use of Tools:
- You are free to use any tools or resources, provided they do not violate any of the rules above.
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Privacy and Data Protection:
- Do not collect or store personal data from any systems or participants.
- Respect the privacy and confidentiality of all participants and systems involved.
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Feedback and Collaboration:
- Maintain a positive and collaborative environment.
- Constructive feedback is encouraged, but negative behavior will not be tolerated.
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Final Authority:
- Decisions of the organizers are final regarding rule interpretations and dispute resolutions.
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Additional Guidelines:
- Bring your own devices and ensure they are secured and free from malware.
- Stay within the scope of the challenges provided. Do not explore beyond what is explicitly allowed.
- Keep noise levels appropriate to maintain a conducive environment for all participants.
Remember: The primary goal of this CTF is to learn, have fun, and collaborate with others interested in cybersecurity. Adhering to these rules ensures a fair and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Thank you for your cooperation, and good luck!