Rules and Code of Conduct

Rules

To ensure that all participants enjoy a safe and fun experience during this event, certain rules must be followed. Please folow the rules listed below. If you have any questions, please contact the @Staff in Discord or email us at info@cyberhacktics.com.

The following activity is prohibited. Participants MUST NOT:

  • Attempt to hack or manipulate off-limits devices and resources. The following are considered off-limits and MAY NOT be attacked or exploited:
    • The scoring server (https://ctf.deadface.io)
    • GhostTown (https://ghosttown.deadface.io)
    • Any system or resource that is NOT affiliated with DEADFACE CTF or part of the event's infrastructure. If in doubt, ask a member of the @Staff.
    • Other participants
  • Manipulate or modify flags in a manner that would prevent other participants from scoring.
  • Perform any denial of service (DoS) on any portion of the environment.
  • Attack other participants
  • Compete on more than one team.
  • Share flags with another team.
  • Share an account with another player or team.

An attack is considered any activity that renders resources unavailable or disrupts other participants' ability to advance in the competition.

These rules exist to ensure a fair and enjoyable competition for all participants. Participants will receive a warning on their first infraction. Recurring infractions will result in the team's disqualification. Discord moderators may ban participants from Discord at their discretion. If you have questions or concerns, you can contact @Staff or email us at info@cyberhacktics.com.

Code of Conduct

Cyber Hacktics is committed to providing a safe, positive environment for all participants, organizers, and members (collectively referred to as Users) of the DEADFACE Capture-the-Flag (CTF) competition, free from discrimination on the basis of sex, physical appearance, race, religion, age, economic status, and cultural background. Cyber Hacktics strives to foster intellectual diversity first and foremost.

Be Respectful, Patient, and Constructive

DEADFACE CTF is a volunteer-driven event hosted by cybersecurity professionals who commit their time, energy, and skills to produce a fun and unique experience for all Users. We want this to be a fun event where people come together to grow and learn.

We endeavor to make challenges that appeal to the broadest audience possible so that everyone, at all skill levels, can grow and learn. Remember, not everyone has the same level of skill or experience. Please be respectful of Users no matter their experience, knowledge, or aptitude.

We welcome all constructive feedback. Like participants, we strive to grow and improve DEADFACE CTF every year. If something is working properly, or if you think there is something we can do better, please let the @Staff know!

Be mindful of your surrounding of your fellow Users – the competition is hosted to a broad spectrum of cultures. Your fellow Users may have a different level of comfort with respect to language and behavior.

All participants and organizers are expected to:

  • Be considerate and respectful
  • Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior or speech.
  • Notify DEADFACE CTF Staff if you notice any unacceptable behavior.

Unacceptable Behavior Policy

Cyber Hacktics expects all participants to adhere to a certain level of respect and decorum. Users are expected to refrain from engaging in disrespectful, disruptive, and unlawful activity while participating in DEADFACE CTF and to always conduct themselves with respect for others.

Unacceptable behavior includes – but is not limited to – the following:

  • Publishing or otherwise sharing sensitive, personal and/or private information related to any participant without that participant’s explicit consent.
  • Publish or otherwise sharing intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory, or demeaning materials about any participant.
  • Exhibiting intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory, or demeaning conduct towards any other participant or organizer.
  • Gratuitous, unwelcome sexual imagery, behavior, or discussion. Participants are reminded that children may be participating in DEADFACE CTF and may be present in Discord.
  • Displaying discriminatory symbols or slogans.

Reporting Unacceptable Behavior

If you are the subject of unacceptable behavior or harassment, notice that someone else is being subjected to unacceptable behavior or harassment, or have any other concerns, please notify a DEADFACE CTF Staff member as soon as possible. All reports are implicitly treated as confidential. You may contact Staff by direct messaging a @Staff member or emailing Staff at abuse@cyberhacktics.com.

When reporting unacceptable behavior, please include:

  • Your contact information
  • Names (Discord username and/or DEADFACE CTF username)
  • A detailed description of what occurred to include names, screenshots, and etc.
  • Any additional information that may be helpful.

After filing a report, a DEADFACE CTF Staff member will contact you personally. The DEADFACE CTF Staff will then review the incident, follow up with any additional questions, and decide on how to respond. All reports will remain confidential. The DEADFACE CTF Staff will determine and carry out the appropriate course of action and will be available to help Users experiencing unacceptable behavior feel safe for the duration of the competition.

Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior

Staff members will notify any User who is exhibiting unacceptable behavior. Any User notified by staff of unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately. If a participant is deemed to have engaged in unacceptable behavior, the organizers may take any action they deem appropriate in response, up to and including expulsion from DEADFACE CTF.

If there is a conflict regarding what constitutes unacceptable behavior or regarding the interpretation of this policy, please contact us at abuse@cyberhacktics.com.

flag{I_acknowledge_the_rules}