Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC)

The Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC) is an educational event where university students simulate cybersecurity professionals by testing the security of computer systems. Teams are tasked with identifying vulnerabilities and exploiting them ethically to assess system defenses. The goal is to develop practical skills in ethical hacking, cybersecurity strategy, and incident response. Organized as a competitive event, CPTC provides students with real-world experience, fostering teamwork and technical expertise. It prepares future cybersecurity practitioners to protect organizations from malicious cyber threats by applying knowledge in a controlled, competitive environment.