How CTF Competitions Make You a Better Developer: CodeMash

Want to boost your application security? Learn to think like a hacker with Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions!

Are you challenged by security audits? Do you worry about application incidents? A CTF could be the answer. This talk by John Koerner demystifies CTFs, exploring the fundamental concepts and practical application for developers.

Discover a range of powerful security tools available to enhance your defenses. John will dissect real-world example flags relevant to your development work.

The session covers critical vulnerabilities like:

• Buffer Overflows: Understand and prevent memory-related exploits.
• SQL Injection: Learn how to secure your database interactions.
• Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): Mitigate client-side attacks.

By the end of this session, you'll gain the skills to confidently participate in your first CTF – and significantly improve the security posture of your applications. This is a must-attend for developers looking to strengthen their application security knowledge and proactively defend against potential threats. Improve your cybersecurity skills and learn practical techniques to avoid security incidents.