Rules

GopherCon Code of Conduct

By participating in this competition, you are expected to behave in accordance to the GopherCon Code Of Conduct at all times. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the Challenge Series competition.

Flag Locations

Flags for the competition will be located on subdomains of mentats.org unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any flags designated as physically on-site or part of the Gno.land challenges will have their specific locations mentioned. Participants must not attempt to attack or interact with infrastructure outside of these designated domains or specified physical locations. This rule ensures that the competition remains fair and that external systems are not affected by the event.

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Respect the Platform

Participants are expected to focus solely on solving the challenges provided. Any attempts to attack, modify, or disrupt the competition platform, infrastructure, or any related services are strictly prohibited. This rule is in place to maintain the integrity of the competition and ensure a smooth experience for all participants.

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No Sharing Flags

Each team is required to solve the challenges independently without sharing flags with other teams. Sharing flags or receiving them from others undermines the competitive spirit and fairness of the event. Teams caught sharing flags will face disqualification or other penalties.

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Fair Play

All participants must play honestly and ethically. While the use of automated scripts or tools is permitted for certain challenges, any form of cheating or unfair means to gain an advantage is strictly forbidden. This includes exploiting vulnerabilities outside the scope of the competition or any other dishonest behavior.

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Challenge Restrictions

Each challenge may have specific restrictions or guidelines that participants must follow. It is crucial to read the instructions for each challenge carefully before attempting them. Adhering to these restrictions ensures that the competition is conducted fairly and according to the intended rules.

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Reporting Issues

If any issues, bugs, or vulnerabilities are encountered during the competition, participants must report them to the competition organizers immediately. Exploiting these issues for personal gain is strictly prohibited and can lead to disqualification.

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Environmental Respect

Participants must respect the shared space used by other conferencegoers. This includes being mindful of noise levels, keeping personal areas tidy, and not disturbing others. Maintaining a respectful environment ensures a positive experience for all attendees.

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Network Conduct

Participants must ensure that all network activities are within the boundaries set by the competition organizers. This includes refraining from performing any network-based attacks outside the scope of the competition. Adhering to these boundaries prevents unintended disruptions.

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Physical Access

Participants must not attempt to gain physical access to other teams' equipment or the competition infrastructure. Respecting physical security measures in place ensures the safety and fairness of the competition.

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Tie-Breaking

For team-based awards, a special tiebreaker challenge will be used to determine the winner in the event of a tie. For individual achievements, the tiebreaker will depend on the specific achievement and may include criteria such as first to finish, random selection, or other secondary criteria at the discretion of the competition organizers.

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Prizes and Attendance

For team-based prizes, at least one member of the winning team must be present at the closing party on Wednesday, July 10th to claim the prize. If no member of the team is present, the team forfeits their position, and the next runner-up takes their place. Similarly, for individual achievement prizes, the individual must be present at the closing party to claim their prize. Failure to attend results in forfeiture, and the prize is awarded to the next runner-up.

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Post-Competition Conduct

Participants must refrain from discussing challenge details or sharing solutions until the competition has ended at 4 PM US Central, Wednesday July 10th. Providing constructive feedback after the event helps improve future competitions and maintains the integrity of the current event.

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Compliance and Enforcement

All participants must comply with the rules and guidelines set forth by the competition organizers. Failure to comply may result in penalties, including disqualification. The competition organizers reserve the right to enforce these rules and make final decisions regarding rule violations.

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