RootCipher is a two-day online cybersecurity event organized by THUNDERCIPHER in collaboration with ROOTX.
Day 1 (8 Nov 2025) is a practical workshop day with industry speakers — Raj Kumar Mullapudi and Sandip Banerjee — delivering focused sessions on real-world offensive & defensive techniques. Day 2 (9 Nov 2025) is an online Jeopardy-style Capture The Flag (CTF) that tests web, crypto, forensics, reversing, and pwn skills across a range of difficulty levels.

Who should join

Students, hobbyists, and professionals who want practical, hands-on experience.

Beginners looking for approachable challenges and guided learning.

Intermediate and advanced players seeking competitive puzzles and real-world scenarios.

Format & rules (summary)

Format: Online — Jeopardy-style CTF.

Duration: Single competitive day on 9 Nov 2025 (exact start time announced on the registration page in IST).

Team size: Individual or teams (recommended max: 4 members).

Scoring: Standard dynamic scoring with hints and progressive solves. No disruptive attacks; fair-play required. Detailed rulebook will be available before the CTF start.

Registration required: All participants must register via the official form (link below). Participation is free unless otherwise stated.

Prizes & recognition

Top prizes (including: CRTP voucher for 1st place) and digital certificates for top finishers. Additional swag and community recognitions to be announced.

Important links & contact

Registration: https://forms.thundercipher.tech/form/949b7b32-ff49-400e-9194-a91a5deeb910

Organizer: THUNDERCIPHER — https://thundercipher.tech
(official pages and socials)

Contact / Questions: organiser email or Discord listed on registration page.

Why attend
RootCipher blends instructor-led workshops with an accessible, well-structured Jeopardy CTF — ideal for learners who want to convert workshop theory into practice, and for CTF players who want a well-run online competition with meaningful prizes and community recognition.

1st Winner - CRTP Voucher