2026-09-26 –, Exhibition Hall
CALLING ALL HACKERS, GAMERS, PUZZLE SOLVERS, CRYPTO NERDS, PWN ENJOYERS, REVERSERS, AND CURIOUS NEWCOMERS.
After an incredible debut at BSides Canberra 2025, Skateboarding Dog returns with an all-new Capture the Flag competition featuring fresh challenges, new ideas, and plenty of opportunities to test your skills.
Expect all the classic categories: Crypto, Pwn, Reverse Engineering, Web, and more. Alongside the weird, creative, and unexpected challenges you've come to expect from Skateboarding Dog.
Whether you're tackling your very first CTF or you're a seasoned competitor chasing the top of the leaderboard, there's something here for everyone.
Bring your laptop, bring your team, and see if you have what it takes to claim the trophy.
Prizes to be announced.
After an outstanding debut as CTF hosts in 2025, skateboarding dog are back to design and run the BSides Canberra CTF for a second year.
They're not just any CTF team, they're one of Australia's most accomplished. A powerhouse of talented hackers, this team has dominated the local CTF scene for years, consistently finishing at the top of competitions around the country. Before taking over as hosts, they claimed first place in the BSides Canberra CTF for three consecutive years.
Known for deep technical expertise, creative exploitation techniques, and exceptionally well-crafted challenges, skateboarding dog has earned a reputation for building CTFs that are approachable for newcomers while still pushing seasoned players to their limits. If last year's competition was anything to go by, you're in for another fantastic weekend of hacking.
Whether you're chasing the podium or tackling your very first challenge, the BSides Canberra 2026 CTF promises another memorable experience with skateboarding dog at the helm.
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