ClickBait is a fast-paced competition where participants will uncover traps, decode hidden clues, and expose manipulative tricks lurking in everyday digital and phisical life.
From suspicious emails and shady QR codes to crafty social engineering tricks, you’ll face a series of short challenges designed to test your instincts, awareness, and investigative skills. Can you spot the bait before you get hooked? 🐟
This activity is perfect for security specialists, OSINT and social-engineering enthusiasts, and even newcomers curious about how attackers exploit trust in clever ways. Expect it to be fun, engaging, and a refreshing challenge at the Hacking Village!
WHEN: on the November 13th 10:30 – November 14th 14:00
Goal
Goal of the Competition
Solve 4–5 bite-sized challenges that simulate real-world phishing & social engineering scenarios.
Identify malicious patterns, scan QR traps, perform real social engineering attacks and uncover the truth hidden behind digital bait.
Gather as many points as possible before time runs out!
Rules
Rules of Engagement
The judge is always right and their decision is final. 🧑⚖
Creativity and style are encouraged — bonus points for originality.
Maximum team size == 1 player.
We don’t care how you find the solution, as long as you prove it.
DefCamp is NOT responsible if you suddenly start distrusting every QR code you see on the street.
PRIZES
TBD
REGISTRATION
- You need to have an account on CyberEDU. Register here or login here.
- Authenticate in your account and click on this link (this is required only the first time). This will give you access to a private space called “DefCamp”. See the picture below.
- Go to section Compete as instructed. You should see all the active contests.
- Click on any contest of interest and make the Pre-Registration.
- Have fun!
