Capture the Flag Events

The Magnet Virtual Summit 2026 CTF promises to be another exciting competition! Top DFIR experts will be participating in the challenge, but all skill levels will have the chance to flex their skills.

Thursday, February 26 // 11:00AM – 2:00PM ET

Please note registration for this event closes end of day February 23. Images and download links will be sent out on February 24.

Tips for competing in the Magnet Virtual Summit CTF with hands-on practice. Monday February 23rd 12:00 PM EST Register here

Capture The Flag workshop: tips for competing in the Magnet Virtual Summit CTF with hands-on practice

Multiple Magnet Summit CTF winner, Kevin Pagano and multiple Magnet Virtual Summit CTF author, Jessica Hyde, will host a Capture The Flag workshop to share tips and strategies on how to succeed in a CTF event. This session will help prepare you to compete in a Capture The Flag contest. As part of this talk, we will review CTF style questions and best practices for solving or participating in your first CTF.

Get ready to play ball at our MSAB Capture the Flag showdown. We’re gearing up for this high-stakes tournament — a three-hour sprint where your digital forensics game will be put to the test. Join MSAB and Hexordia on the playing field and go head-to-head with other contenders in a friendly skills competition led by CTF creator Jessica Hyde.  

What to Know

Game Day is March 12, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM ET 

Register by Monday, February 23, 2026.

Your playbook (images and links) will be sent by Monday, March 2.