Ph4nt0M CTF

Trails of the Elusive Criminal

Getting Started

Register with your team* now! Registration closes on Friday, 7 March 2025.
For SUTD Students Only.

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What is Phantom CTF?

Phantom CTF is a beginner friendly Capture-The-Flag (CTF) for students from SUTD with little to zero understanding of coding/cybersecurity to learn and gain insights through a gamified hands-on experience and fun!

QnA

Questions? Fret not! We're more than happy to answer them!

What do I need to bring or prepare for the CTF?

Bring some friends, yourself as well as some good vibes to the event venue!

Punctuality. Please be on time!

A laptop with reasonable computing power and your laptop charger!

Access and familiarity with Kali Linux and tools such as Burp Suite, ELK, Autopsy, FTK Imager and Wireshark will give you a slight advantage!

How difficult is this CTF?

Not difficult at all! This CTF was intentionally made to be beginner-friendly so that students without any coding or cybersecurity experience can enjoy it, gain exposure and progress reasonably. You really just need to capitalize on the internet and think out of the box :D

Besides, hints are available in the event that you're REALLY stucked (Unlikely).

Are there prizes?

Of course! Prizes are distributed to the winning team, as well as the first and second runner ups.

Which CTF platform will be used to manage our points?

We'll be using a CTFd to manage your points and different aspects of the Hackathon.

What's the format like for the CTF?

Phantom CTF is organized in a Jeopardy-style format, where teams progress through an immersive storyline by uncovering flags hidden in the right places. Each team will embark on an adventure to unravel the mystery of how the elusive criminal, Phantom404, has managed to evade detection all this time.

Is this CTF based on a true story?

No. All names, characters, business, events and incidents are the products of the developers' and committees' imaginations. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

What if I don't have enough members to form a team of 3 to 4 members?

Don't worry! You can sign up with the existing members that you have first (or just yourself) and indicate in the registration link that you are open to other members joining your team and vice versa, we'll help link your team up with others who are looking for a team!

Rules & Regulations?

No cheating (Copying flags from other teams, working together with other teams etc.)

No bad vibes (Rude attitude, using of profanities etc.)

The committee has the final say and disqualify or penalize your team if any of your team breaches the terms and conditions.

Event Details

DATE (DDMMYYYY)
Time (GMT +8)
$/PAX (IT'S FREE!)
Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)

Story

The story set before us before we enter the world of Phantom404.

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In a world where technology dominates every aspect of life, a shadow has emerged from the depths of the internet. A hacker known only as "Phantom404", has been breaking into the digital vaults of banks worldwide, causing chaos and disappearing without a trace.

Phantom404's exploits are legendary in the dark corners of the web. Known for leaving no digital footprints, this hacker has left law enforcement agencies and cyber security teams scratching their heads. It's as if Phantom404 can navigate the complex labyrinth of the Internet with ease, always one step ahead.

Recently, however, there's been a breakthrough. A hint of a pattern has emerged from the seemingly random attacks. Phantom404 seems to be following a cryptic trail, hinting at a bigger plot than just the thrill of outsmarting the system.

Now, it's your turn to step into the fray. As budding cybersecurity enthusiasts, your challenge is to follow this trail, unravel the mystery, and help track down Phantom404. This is more than just a game of cat and mouse - it's a test of your skills, your ingenuity, and your understanding of the digital realm.

Are you ready to take up the challenge?

Committee

Meet the committee behind Phantom CTF — a passionate team of cybersecurity enthusiasts, challenge creators, and CTF players dedicated to crafting thrilling challenges and unforgettable experiences.

Jubilian Ho

Jubilian Ho

Challenge Creator & Event Organizer

Jubilian is a Cybersecurity Consultant at Ensign InfoSecurity and a mentor at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). He spoke at various conferences and he’s also a seasoned CTF player and challenge creator who enjoys tackling new challenges. In his free time, you’ll find him hacking stuffs and geeking out over his all-time favorite language — PHP!

Seow Chun Yong

Seow Chun Yong

Special Guest & Speaker

Chun Yong is the Assistant Director of Cyber Adversary Emulation at Ensign InfoSecurity where he leads a team of penetration testers and white hat hackers focused on uncovering vulnerabilities across diverse digital systems. He is a SUTD alumnus from the pioneer batch of 2015 as well as an official OffSec trainer who enjoys playing and organizing Capture-The-Flag (CTF) events for education and fun!

Shjonathan

Shjonathan Tan

Committee

Shjonathan is a Term 8 student pursuing a degree in Computer Science and Design (CSD) and a committee member of the 3DC Cyber Division. He enjoys staying active with sports and diving into CTFs. His specialty? Exploiting web applications like a pro!

Dhruv Pradhan

Dhruv Pradhan

Committee

Dhruv, a Term 8 Computer Science and Design (CSD) student, is a committee member of the 3DC Cyber Division with expertise in security research and reverse engineering. He has competed in multiple CTF competitions and serves as a teaching assistant for various courses.

Lim Yong Jun

Lim Yong Jun

Committee

Yong Jun is a Term 8 student pursuing a degree in Computer Science and Design (CSD) and a committee member of the 3DC Cyber Division. He serves as the Vice President of 3DC and Tech. He is also a SUTD Undergraduate Merit Scholar, an OffSec Certified Professional, and a former part-time instructor at The Sentinel Programme, a cybersecurity talent initiative in Singapore.

Cordelia Tan

Cordelia Tan

Committee

Cordelia is a Term 8 student pursuing a degree in Computer Science and Design (CSD) and a committee member of the 3DC Cyber Division. She has a strong passion for cybersecurity and previously served as the Vice President of FUNKtion.