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MIST LeetCon 2023: HackMeIfYouCan—Bangladesh's First International Cybersecurity Conference

MIST LeetCon 2023: HackMeIfYouCan—Bangladesh's First International Cybersecurity Conference

MIST LeetCon 2023: HackMeIfYouCan, the first-ever international cybersecurity conference in Bangladesh, took place on May 20, 2023, and was co-organized by MIST Cyber Security Club (MCSC) and MIST Computer Club (MCC). The event, hosted by the Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), was a resounding success, attracting cybersecurity enthusiasts from all over the country. Collaborating with prominent organizations such as the ICT Division of Bangladesh (ICTD), Bangladesh Computer Council (BCC), and Digital Security Agency (DSA), and sponsored by VMWare, F5, and Trust Bank Ltd., the conference was graced by the honorable Chief Guest, Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP, State Minister for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Division of Bangladesh. The faculty members of CSE department worked vehemently behind the scene with Lecturer Raiyan Rahman working tirelessly as the Organizing Secretary of the conference. 

Amidst the fervor to promote cyber awareness, the LeetCon 2023 event witnessed enthusiastic participation from attendees, contributing significantly to its success. The highlight of MIST LeetCon 2023 was the Capture the Flag (CTF) contest titled "HackMeIfYouCan," offering a total prize pool of 500k BDT. Additionally, the conference featured workshops conducted by renowned national and international cybersecurity experts, providing valuable insights and knowledge-sharing opportunities.

The grand opening ceremony was graced by the esteemed presence of Brigadier General Dr. Mahfuzul Karim Majumder, ndc, psc, te, Dean of the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering (FECE) and Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at MIST. With over 100 teams from universities and organizations such as the Bangladesh Army, Bangladesh Police, and Dhaka Stock Exchange Ltd. competing in the CTF competition, and hundreds of attendees registering for workshops, MIST LeetCon 2023 embarked on its journey into the vast realm of cybersecurity.

The "HackMeIfYouCan" CTF competition emerged as one of the most popular events during MIST LeetCon 2023. Following a rigorous online preliminary round held on May 6, 2023, hundreds of teams faced the challenge of solving complex tasks involving vulnerable systems. Eight teams from MIST qualified for the onsite round, engaging in a fierce 6-hour-long cyber battle. The "Red Rebels" from the Cyber Security Club at Daffodil International University claimed the championship title, with "Silent Killer" and "Federal Bonk Investigations" securing the first runner-up and second runner-up positions, respectively. Team "403_Forbidden" from MIST achieved an impressive 24th position, while MIST C-Men secured the 35th position, making them the second-highest-scoring team from MIST.

In addition to the thrilling CTF competition, five workshops were conducted in the Multipurpose Hall of MIST, providing attendees with interactive sessions and the opportunity to engage with cybersecurity experts. The closing ceremony commenced after 5 PM, with heartfelt gratitude extended by the respected Acting Commandant of MIST, Brigadier General Mohammad Wahidul Islam, su, psc, ndc, psa, and Director General of Digital Security Agency (DSA), Mr. Nahid Sultan Mallik, and Brigadier General Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, ndc, psc, Head of the Department of Digital Security Agency (DSA), commending the initiative and appreciating the CTF participants.

Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP, the Chief Guest, presented well-deserved prizes to the victorious teams, marking the culmination of MIST LeetCon 2023. With tireless efforts.


 

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