Eligibility: The "Hack This Challenge" is open to all active members of the PBS Cybersecurity Club. Participants must be in good standing with the club.
Fair Play: All participants are expected to maintain the highest standards of ethics and integrity throughout the challenge. Any form of cheating, including sharing answers or engaging in unethical hacking practices, will result in immediate disqualification.
Challenge Platform: Participants must use the designated challenge platform provided by the PBS Cybersecurity Club to access and complete the challenges. Any attempts to circumvent or exploit the platform will result in disqualification.
Team Collaboration: Participants are encouraged to collaborate and work together as a team to solve challenges. However, teams should consist only of registered club members, and all members must actively contribute.
Submission Deadlines: Each challenge will have a specified deadline for submission. Participants must adhere to these deadlines. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Respect for Others: All interactions and communications within the challenge, including on discussion forums or chat platforms, must be respectful and professional. Harassment, discrimination, or any form of inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
Privacy and Data Protection: Participants are required to respect the privacy and data protection laws and guidelines when attempting challenges. Any unauthorized access to personal or sensitive information will result in disqualification.
Resources: Participants are allowed to use publicly available resources and tools to solve challenges. However, using solutions or answers from external sources or individuals is strictly prohibited.
Scoring and Prizes: Scoring will be based on the successful completion of challenges. The PBS Cybersecurity Club will announce the scoring criteria and prizes at the beginning of the challenge.
Judging and Disputes: Decisions made by the challenge organizers and judges are final. In the event of a dispute or concern, participants may contact the club leadership for resolution.
Code of Conduct: Participants must adhere to the PBS Cybersecurity Club's code of conduct and any additional rules or guidelines provided by the club.
Feedback and Learning: The challenge is not just a competition but also a learning opportunity. Participants are encouraged to provide feedback on the challenges to help improve future events.