HackOulu: AI Siege – Test Your AI Hacking Skills!

Are you an expert in AI proompting and chatbot manipulation? Do you have the skills to attack and defend AI systems? If so, join us for HackOulu: AI Siege, an exciting Capture the Flag (CTF) event where participants will engage in a thrilling battle of wit, strategy, and cybersecurity expertise!

Event information

Time

Fri 11.04.2025 - Sun 13.04.2025

Venue location

Tellus Innovation Arena, Linnanmaa campus

Location

Linnanmaa
Kontinkangas

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As Prof. Juha Röning from the Biomimetics and Intelligent Systems Group (BISG) emphasizes, "The security and trustworthiness of AI are not just academic concerns, they are real-world challenges demanding immediate action. This event provides a unique opportunity to develop practical solutions and deepen your understanding of this rapidly evolving field. We look forward to seeing you there!"

This unique CTF competition follows an Attack/Defense format, challenging teams to extract confidential information from AI chatbots while simultaneously designing robust countermeasures to defend against similar attacks. Whether you are an experienced security researcher or just passionate about AI and cybersecurity, this event is for you! Advanced programming skills are not required—your ingenuity and strategic thinking will be the keys to success.

Why Participate?

  • Compete for a €1000 prize pool and exclusive merchandise.
  • Put your AI security skills to the test in a competitive and fun environment.
  • Learn cutting-edge techniques in AI security and adversarial prompting.
  • Connect with like-minded individuals in the cybersecurity and AI community.

Who Can Join?

This event is open to bachelors, masters, doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, cybersecurity enthusiasts, and AI practitioners interested in exploring the vulnerabilities and defences of AI-driven systems.

How to Participate?

  • Form your team and register as soon as possible—spaces are limited!
  • Registration Fee: €10 per participant.
  • Sign up at HackOulu: AI Siege and interact with our chatbot on the event website to uncover the secret password.

This event is organized by the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, OUSPG Group, The Red Team Village, and NISO.

Join us for this intellectually stimulating challenge and showcase your AI security skills!

We look forward to seeing you at HackOulu: AI Siege!

Last updated: 2.4.2025