What we do
Hang out
Chat about security, ask questions, and share projects on Discord. Find club photos and updates on Instagram
Learn
Learn something new at a workshop, then try it on our Cyber Range. The labs run on our club server rack
Compete
We play Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions together. We also defend networks in CCDC and build embedded systems for MITRE eCTF. See how the competitions work
Club projects
We work on bug bounties, help secure university systems, and hack on routers and IP cameras. Other projects include porting Doom to handheld scanners and reverse engineering alarm systems with radio hardware
Recent posts
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The next generation of cyber defenders
This article was originally written and published by UCSC Information Technology Services on March 3, 2026. Read the original at its.ucsc.edu. Reproduced here with full credit to...
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Introduction to Hacking Competitions (CMPM17-01)
Our introduction to CTF competitions course (season 3™) is returning once again for Spring Quarter 2025! (tentative schedule TuTh 5:20-6:55pm w/ section F 1:20-2:25pm in BE-97)...
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Certification Program Pilot
We’re excited to announce an incredible opportunity for select Slug Security members who want to learn foundational cyber skills, test their knowledge, and boost their resumes by...
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CSE-132 Pwn HW Walkthrough
Challenge author walkthrough of the binary exploitation homework for UCSC's CSE-132 Fall 2024 class. Hopefully you had somewhat of a good time attempting these challenges, if...
Sponsors
Sponsors help pay for competition travel, equipment, and our servers. Help support the club