Hack The Hacker

Ransomware in Your Organisation

One click on a link in an email has infected your organisation's computer system with ransomware. It’s now up to you and your colleagues to save the data and halt the hacker's attack.

Your team’s mission is to uncover the code that reverses the encryption deployed by the malware. Together with up to six people, you must search the hacker's lair for hidden clues.

To succeed and solve all the puzzles, you’ll need to step into the shoes of a hacker yourself. Outsmart the hacker and save your organisation!

Learning Objectives

At Hack The Hacker, the focus is on password security. Participants learn why we use passwords and the risks they pose, both from social engineering and technical attacks (such as brute-force attacks). The game also explains how passwords are stored as hashes and how easy it can be to crack the hash of a weak password.

This game fosters a deep understanding of the importance of creating strong passwords and storing them securely.

What is Ransomware?

Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts all data on the infected computer. Without the correct decryption code, the data is lost. The attacker profits by extorting the data owner, demanding money in exchange for the code.

It is generally advised not to pay the ransom, as there’s no guarantee the data will be restored. Reports estimate that ransomware attacks could reach 500 million per year, with the average damage from a successful attack being $4.5 million.