Cybersecurity CTF at UPC: test yourself in a real challenge

Join us on April 15 and 16, 2026 for a key event for students interested in technology and cybersecurity: the Capture The Flag (CTF) organized by INCIBE Emprende by Sherpa Tribe.

Where?
Sala Ágora, Campus Nord UPC (c/ Jordi Girona, 1-3, Barcelona)

What is a CTF?
It is a team-based practical competition where participants must solve real cybersecurity challenges in a professional-like environment.

What does the event offer?
• Real challenges adapted to different levels
• Teamwork under pressure
• Practical and progressive learning
• Talks by industry professionals
• Official certificate of participation (INCIBE)
• Prizes for winning teams

Challenge topics
Cryptography, web security, digital forensics, OSINT, reverse engineering, and vulnerability exploitation.

Featured talks
Day 1: “From the classroom to the Red Team: how offensive cybersecurity really works”, with Pablo Martínez (Fall)
Day 2: “Cyber intelligence applied to real life: behind the attack”, with Susana Alwasity

Methodology
Collaborative teamwork, challenges on a dedicated platform, and continuous support throughout the activity.

Important information
Participants must bring a laptop. It can be shared among teams of up to 5 people.

This event is part of the INCIBE Emprende program, aimed at promoting cybersecurity talent within the framework of the Next Generation EU funds.

Registrations at the following link. Registrations