//podcastplus.net/feed/ctf-radiooo~ace2a7bc Capture The Flag Radiooo is a cybersecurity podcast focused on CTF competitions. Hosted by adamd and Zardus, founding members of the Order of the Overflow, the organizers of DEF CON CTF from 2018–2021, the podcast will discuss all aspects of the CTF scene: organizing, playing, and the history of this game that we love. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:05:56 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-022.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode, adamd and Zardus talk finally talk to Vie from Maple Bacon / MMM in an environment where we can actually hear her. We discuss the evolution of CTF teams, the importance of community and mentorship, and the journey of Vie from a competitive gamer to a key player in the CTF scene. Links Google CTF CTF Radiooo 006 with sirdarckcat CTF Radiooo 016 interview with Vie Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-022.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-021.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode, which seems to be an annual tradition, adamd and Zardus report LIVE from DEF CON 33 about the AIxCC results, first alone then together with Andrew Carney and Perri Adams, the key people involved in creating and running the AIxCC. Links AIxCC @ DEF CON 33 Open-source AIxCC Systems Mon, 18 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-021.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-020.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this unconventional episode adamd surprises Zardus with Adam’s mom Karlene and musician Swardy, to discuss a new collaboration of the CTF Radiooo theme song. The conversation explores the creative process behind the collaboration, insights into music production, and the importance of community and DIY ethos in artistic endeavors. In the normal episode, adamd and Zardus reflect on their interviews with all the AIxCC teams. They explore the impact of AI on the field, the importance of team dynamics, and the challenges faced in software testing and development. The conversation highlights the diversity of approaches taken by different teams and the lessons learned from the discussion of the competition. Links Swardy’s Secret Sky Set Swardy’s Compact Objects Animated Short Swardy on Spotify Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-020.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01F.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode adamd and Zardus chat with Jeff Huang, Ze Sheng, and Qingxiao Xu from the AIxCC team all_you_need_is_a_fuzzing_brain about their AIxCC final submission. We discuss the innovative use of an AI-focused approach in their CRS. The conversation also highlights the significance of static analysis, performance metrics, and the future of cyber reasoning systems in the context of ongoing advancements in AI. We discuss the importance of local models, strategies for vulnerability detection, and the complexities of patching. Links OS lab Tue, 29 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01F.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01E.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode adamd and Zardus chat with Michael Brown and Evan Downing from the AIxCC team Trail of Bits about their AIxCC final submisson. Trail of Bits discusses their experiences and insights from participating in the AIxCC competition. They discuss the dynamics of their team, the development of their Cyber Reasoning System (CRS) named Buttercup, and the importance of open-source contributions. The discussion highlights the role of fuzzing and contextualization in vulnerability discovery and patching, as well as the integration of large language models in their processes. The team emphasizes the significance of resource management and efficiency in the competition, and they share their vision for future research and applications in the field. They emphasize the importance of choosing the right tools, adapting to evolving standards, and the complexity of their multi-agent system. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in their processes, th... Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01E.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01E.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode adamd and Zardus chat with Michael Brown and Evan Downing from the AIxCC team Trail of Bits about their AIxCC final submisson. Trail of Bits discusses their experiences and insights from participating in the AIxCC competition. They discuss the dynamics of their team, the development of their Cyber Reasoning System (CRS) named Buttercup, and the importance of open-source contributions. The discussion highlights the role of fuzzing and contextualization in vulnerability discovery and patching, as well as the integration of large language models in their processes. The team emphasizes the significance of resource management and efficiency in the competition, and they share their vision for future research and applications in the field. They emphasize the importance of choosing the right tools, adapting to evolving standards, and the complexity of their multi-agent system. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in their processes, th... Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01E.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01D.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode adamd and Zardus chat with Taesoo Kim, Minwoo Baek, HyungSeok Han, and Hanqing Zhao from the AIxCC Team Atlanta about their AIxCC final submisson. Team Atlanta discusses their experiences and strategies in the AIxCC. They discuss team dynamics, communication methods, and the structure of their Cyber Reasoning System, which includes multiple components for different programming languages. The team shares insights on their innovative patching strategies, the use of large language models, and the challenges they faced during the competition. Overall, the discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, effective communication, and the integration of AI in cybersecurity. Links Team Atlanta Tue, 22 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01D.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01D.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode adamd and Zardus chat with Taesoo Kim, Minwoo Baek, HyungSeok Han, and Hanqing Zhao from the AIxCC Team Atlanta about their AIxCC final submisson. Team Atlanta discusses their experiences and strategies in the AIxCC. They discuss team dynamics, communication methods, and the structure of their Cyber Reasoning System, which includes multiple components for different programming languages. The team shares insights on their innovative patching strategies, the use of large language models, and the challenges they faced during the competition. Overall, the discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, effective communication, and the integration of AI in cybersecurity. Links Team Atlanta Tue, 22 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01D.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01C.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode adamd and Zardus chat with David Musliner, MikePelican, and Matt McLure from team LACROSSE from SIFT on their AIxCCsubmission. The conversation covers the team’s background, theirexperiences in previous competitions, and the architecture of theirCyber Reasoning System (CRS). They discuss the implications ofopen-sourcing their system, the dynamics of teamwork, and theinnovative use of AI in cybersecurity. The episode dives into thetechnical aspects of their system, including agent communication, taskprocessing, and patch generation, highlighting the challenges andstrategies involved in their competition journey. The LACROSSE teamdiscusses their experiences and challenges faced during the AI CyberChallenge, focusing on vulnerability assessment, patch submission, andthe role of LLMs in cybersecurity. They explore the complexities ofzero-day vulnerabilities, the strategies employed for patching, andthe lessons learned from the competition. ... Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01C.mp3 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01C.mp3 Youtube Video of podcast Shownotes and Links In this episode adamd and Zardus chat with David Musliner, MikePelican, and Matt McLure from team LACROSSE from SIFT on their AIxCCsubmission. The conversation covers the team’s background, theirexperiences in previous competitions, and the architecture of theirCyber Reasoning System (CRS). They discuss the implications ofopen-sourcing their system, the dynamics of teamwork, and theinnovative use of AI in cybersecurity. The episode dives into thetechnical aspects of their system, including agent communication, taskprocessing, and patch generation, highlighting the challenges andstrategies involved in their competition journey. The LACROSSE teamdiscusses their experiences and challenges faced during the AI CyberChallenge, focusing on vulnerability assessment, patch submission, andthe role of LLMs in cybersecurity. They explore the complexities ofzero-day vulnerabilities, the strategies employed for patching, andthe lessons learned from the competition. ... Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://ctfradiooo.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ctfradiooo-01C.mp3