VU CTF 2025 - Call of the Roomba
10/05/2025 @ NU Building, VU Amsterdam
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This April, embrace the call of the Roomba and join the VU Capture the Flag challenge organized by StudSec! Compete, collaborate, and learn in an exciting cybersecurity event. Open to everyone!
With new fresh challenges of varying difficulty, expect a variety of tasks ranging from web exploitation, reverse engineering, cryptography, hardware hacking and more.
Form a team up to 4 to break Systems and build Friendships.
Schedule
09:00-09:30: Registrations Open
Welcome Desk, Ground Floor
09:30-10:00: Introduction Speech
TBD
10:00-17:00: CTF
TBD
17:15-17:45: Closing Speech
TBD
18:00 - END : Borrel
Bar Boele, Ground Floor
FAQ
Who can join?
Everyone interested in cybersecurity! Beginners, students, and advanced competitors are all welcome.
How do I get there?
The exact location is Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, De Boelelaan 1111, 1081 HV Amsterdam. You can also see using google maps . It is a 10 minute walk from Amsterdam Station Zuid which is accessible by Train, Metro, Tram and Bus! In case for longer trips, Schipol is the closest airport and the port of Amsterdam is the closest port.
I don't have a team, can I join?
Yes! You can find team members on the spot during registration. We highly encourage small teams or people going solo to merge!
Does participation cost money?
No, the event is completely free to join.
What should I bring?
Just your laptop, charger, and enthusiasm.
Will food be provided?
Yes, we will arrange warm lunch for all participants. Please indicate any dietary preferences on your registration. Additional restaurants and options are available within a 5-10 minute walk.
Is parking available?
Bike parking is available around campus. Paid car parking is also available within campus. You may read more about here
I am a team from Delft, can I Join?
Yes, although similar teams name might lead to extended registration process which might make you miss the competition start.
Do you have additional questions? Please reach out to vuctf.at.studsec.nl