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An online holiday-themed security game provides free, hands-on cybersecurity practice.
The SANS Institute is a globally recognized leader in cybersecurity training and education, providing professionals with skills and resources to protect organizations from cyber threats. Each year SANS releases a “Holiday Hack Challenge,” providing free, hands-on cybersecurity competition online.
What Is the Holiday Hack Challenge?
This interactive event combines a festive storyline with cybersecurity challenges, offering participants a chance to test their skills, learn new techniques, and connect with a global community—all while competing for exciting prizes.
Highlights for 2024
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Gradual Challenge Releases: Experience an unfolding story with challenges released on key dates: November 7 (Prologue), November 11 (Act 1), November 18 (Act 2), and December 2 (Act 3).
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Skill Levels for All: Choose between easy or hard modes to suit your expertise.
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Play and Learn: Skip challenges if needed and return later, or learn from shared solutions in earlier acts.
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Track Progress: Compete on global leaderboards or within private cohorts for friendly competition.
Why Join?
The SANS Holiday Hack Challenge is a unique way to develop cybersecurity skills, foster collaboration, and engage with a community of professionals—all while celebrating the holiday season. You can set up an account and access the challenge byclicking here .
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