Welcome to this year's Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition! We're thrilled to announce that the theme for this year's event is “Martime/Cruise“!

In today's maritime industry, cruise ships have evolved into floating smart cities powered by sophisticated automation systems, consolidated IT operations, and expanded remote command-and-control capabilities. From engine management and navigation systems to guest services and entertainment platforms, everything is interconnected and remotely accessible. As aspiring cybersecurity professionals, understanding the unique security challenges of these complex maritime environments is more critical than ever.

This evolution toward "Sunsets as a Service", where every guest experience is digitally orchestrated, raises the stakes for cybersecurity, making it essential to validate the resiliency of current systems. A single vulnerability could compromise passenger safety, environmental controls, or operational integrity while ships are hundreds of miles from shore.

Get ready to navigate scenarios that highlight the critical importance of maritime cybersecurity, from protecting passenger data to securing life-critical systems in an isolated environment.

Let’s set sail on another exciting year of this challenging competition. All aboard for cybersecurity!