012 — pwn.certs?

012 — pwn.certs?

In this episode of pwn.talk, the conversation delves into the complexities of creating a certification program while maintaining the integrity of free educational content. The discussion highlights the concerns regarding monetization and the organizational structures needed to support such initiatives without compromising access to learning materials. See Initial Linux Luminarium Certificate here: https://careercatalyst.asu.edu/programs/linu-command-line-operations/

011 — Advent of PWN!

In this episode of pwn.talk, the conversation discusses the upcoming Advent of PWN, which will feature daily challenges throughout December. Participants will compete for the Santa emoji and have the chance to win various prizes, including emojis and Discord badges. The event aims to foster community engagement and excitement.

010 — Contributing to pwn.college

In this episode of pwn.talk, the hosts discuss the evolution and challenges of pwn.college, a platform for cybersecurity education. They explore the concept of contributions through a document called contributions.md, which aims to clarify how users can contribute to the platform while balancing the needs of education and research. The conversation delves into the importance of maintaining stability in the platform, the role of community engagement, and the future directions for pwn.college.

009 — Belts are GONE????

In this episode of pwn.talk, the hosts discuss the evolution of pwn.college, a platform for teaching hacking skills. They explore the concept of completionism in gaming and how it relates to the educational structure of pwn.college, including the belt system that signifies progress. The conversation delves into curriculum development, community contributions, and the importance of diverse challenges in improving skills for Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions. The hosts also brainstorm ideas for enhancing the educational model and the future of pwn.college.

008 — DDoS Post Mortem

In this episode of pwn.talk, the team discusses a recent incident involving a DDoS attack on pwn.college, which they refer to as the 'morning of a thousand requests.' The conversation delves into the ransom note received, the initial reactions from the team, and the subsequent steps taken to mitigate the attack using Cloudflare. They explore the complexities of cybersecurity, the nature of cybercrime, and the lessons learned from the incident, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and understanding the evolving landscape of online threats.