海角破解版

Cybersecurity Center

Capture the Flag Competition

This Capture the Flag (CTF) competition provides a unique and enjoyable opportunity for 海角破解版 graduate and undergraduate students to showcase their cybersecurity knowledge. Participants will use computer forensics tools to analyze a provided disk image in a hands-on, real-world scenario. They will demonstrate their skills by retrieving and analyzing critical evidence from the image.

  • Competition Date and Time: Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 3:30PM CST
  • Registration Deadline: Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST
  • Location: Stipes Hall, Room 309, 海角破解版 Macomb Campus, Macomb, IL
  • Competition Format: Capture the Flag (CTF) style
  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours
  • Awards Ceremony: Friday, November 14, 2025, at 11:00 AM CST

Important: Only 30 seats are available for this competition! Secure your spot by registering as soon as possible.

  1. Participants must be currently enrolled at 海角破解版.
  2. Interest in Cybersecurity and/or Digital Forensics is recommended.
  3. Each team member must register individually.
  4. Teams must consist of exactly 2 members.
  • Teams are strictly limited to 2 members each.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before the competition begins.
  • Cell phones are permitted only for receiving emergency calls during the competition.
  • Transportation to the competition venue is not provided.
  • Opportunity to showcase your expertise in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.
  • All participants will receive a USB drive and a certificate of participation.
  • Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams.

To help you prepare for the upcoming competition, please use the resources below. All resources are open-source and free of charge; no registration is required to access them. If you encounter any access issues, contact Dr. Tahir M. Khan at tm-khan@wiu.edu.

The competition will involve analyzing a provided disk image or files to answer questions. You should understand how to add evidence to forensic tools鈥攁t minimum, know how to process disk images using FTK Imager and Autopsy, and view data with Hex Editor. You may also use any additional computer forensics tools as needed during the competition.

Download Links


  • Note: You鈥檒l need to fill out a form to download FTK Imager. An email with the download link will be sent to you.

Documentation and User Guides

  • FTK Imager:

Disk Images for Practice

These resources will provide essential guidance on using forensic tools and analyzing disk images effectively. Good luck with your preparation!

  • Dr. Tahir M. Khan
    Associate Professor
    Interim Director of 海角破解版 Cybersecurity Center
    tm-khan@wiu.edu听
  • Timothy Laryea
    President of the Cybersecurity Enthusiast Club
    t-laryea@wiu.edu听

Past Events

December 4, 2024
  • 海角破解版 Main Campus (Macomb, IL), Stipes Hall, Room 309
Winner Team Members Information
  • First
    • Team Name: Promachus
    • Anwah Pascal
    • Timothy Laryea
  • Second
    • Team Name: Abis
    • Abiodun Adebanjo
    • Israel Adebisi
  • Third
    • Team Name: Phish & Chip
    • Md Zakir Hossain Zamil
    • Samson Amoran
April 27, 2024
  • 海角破解版 Main Campus (Macomb, IL), University Union, Heritage Room
Top Three Teams
  • First
    • Michael Umakor
    • Saadat Ibiyeye
  • Second
    • Charles Uzoma
    • Shereece Victor
  • Third
    • Anwah Pascal
    • Imafidon Abiola Richie