Author(s):
Journal
MDPI AG
Abstract
In this paper, we present PocketCTF, an extensible and fully independent CTF platform, open to educators to run realistic virtual labs to host cybersecurity exercises in their classrooms. PocketCTF is based on containerization technologies to minimize the deployment effort and to utilize less system resources.
Concluding remarks
A proof-of-concept implementation demonstrates the feasibility of deploying CTF challenges that allows the trainees to engage not only in offensive security but also in defensive tasks that have to be conducted during cybersecurity incidents. When using PocketCTF, educators can deploy hands-on labs, spending less time on the deployment and without necessarily having the advanced technical background to deploy complex labs and scenarios.
Reference details
DOI
10.3390/info12080318
Resource type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
2021
ISSN Number
2078-2489
Publication Area
Civilian cybersecurity
Date Published
2021-08-08
How to cite this reference:
Karagiannis, S., Campos, L., Ntantogian, C., Ribeiro, L. L., & Magkos, E. (2021). PocketCTF: A Fully Featured Approach for Hosting Portable Attack and Defense Cybersecurity Exercises. MDPI AG. https://doi.org/10.3390/info12080318 (Original work published)