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Cyber Ranges – A Continuum of Hands-On Learning

A comprehensive suite of hands-on ranges with industry-leading interactive learning scenarios.
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SANS Cyber Ranges

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BootUp CTF
A series of capture the flag challenges designed for beginners to practice, problem solve, compete and learn. BootUp CTFs cover a wide spectrum of disciplines and can be individual or team-based competitions.
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NetWars Tournaments & Continuous
A suite of hands-on, interactive learning scenarios that enable information security and IT professionals at all skill levels to develop and master real-world, in-depth skills needed to excel. NetWars features cutting-edge challenges and compelling integrated story lines.
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NetWars CyberCity
NetWars CyberCity, our most in-depth and ambitious offering, is designed to teach warriors and infosec pros that cyber action can have significant kinetic impact in the physical world.
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Cyber42
A table top simulation in which individuals or teams practice managing time, money, and resources to improve the state of security for a fictional organization. Ideal for cybersecurity directors, CISOs, and aspiring leaders.
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Jupiter Rockets
A virtual red team simulation environment, designed to be attacked as a means of learning and improving your penetration testing skills. Ideal for more advanced professionals with experience in penetration testing.
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Cyber STX
A live, scenario-based, red on blue team event for both team validation and sustainment training. Suitable for participants with advanced skill sets.
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Private Ranges for your Team

Select a private cyber range experience for your team to assess or advance their skills to meet the unique needs of your organization. SANS will help you to:

  • Define Learning Objectives
  • Develop Scorecards
  • Configure Content & Platform
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    Version 7 of Core NetWars Now Available!

    Core NetWars has new features, challenges, and hints in Version 7 that help you gain new skills, and practice existing mobile, IoT, forensics, pen test and other tasks. The tournament is still free with 5- and 6-day courses at a number of virtual events – check the schedule for upcoming opportunities to play!
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    Upcoming Cyber Ranges

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    Core Continuous

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    		Ongoing

    4-Month Continuous Subscription Cyber Range, for All Skill Levels

    DFIR Continuous

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    Ongoing

    4-Month Continuous Subscription Cyber Range, for All Skill Levels

    Cyber Defense NetWarsSep. 9-10

    3:15 pm - 6:15 pm EDT

    		Complimentary with Blue Team Summit 4-6 day courses
    DFIR NetWarsSep. 9-10
    		6:30 pm - 9:30 pm CESTComplimentary with Amsterdam September 4-6 day courses
    Cyber Defense NetWarsSep. 16-17

    7:15 pm - 10:15 pm EDT

    		Complimentary with Blue Team Summit 4-6 day courses
    Core NetWarsSep. 16-176:30 pm - 9:30 pm EDTComplimentary with SANS Reston 4-6 day courses
    Grid NetWarsSept. 23-24

    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm PDT

    Complimentary with SANS Network Security 4-6 day courses

    Core NetWarsSept. 23-24

    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm PDT

    		Complimentary with SANS Network Security 4-6 day courses
    DFIR NetWarsSept. 23-24

    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm PDT

    		Complimentary with SANS Network Security 4-6 day courses
    Cyber Defense NetWarsSept. 23-24

    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm PDT

    Complimentary with SANS Network Security 4-6 day courses

    Cyber Defense NetWars
    		Sep. 30-Oct. 1
    		6:30 pm - 9:30 pm BSTComplimentary with Kingdom Cloud Security, Zurich September, London September, and In-French September 4-6 day courses
    DFIR NetWars
    		Sep. 30-Oct. 1
    		3:30 pm - 6:30 pm ISTComplimentary with Cyber Defence India August, Cyber Defence Singapore August, and Cyber Defence India September 4-6 day courses
    DFIR NetWarsSept. 30-Oct. 1

    6:30 pm - 9:30 pm EDT

    		Complimentary with Baltimore Fall 4-6 day courses
    DFIR NetWars
    		Oct. 7-8
    		6:30 pm - 9:30 pm CEST

    Complimentary with SANS UK Online October 2021, SANS Cyber Safari 2021 4-6 day courses

    DFIR NetWarsOct. 14-156:30 pm - 9:30 pm BST

    Complimentary with DFIR Europe 2021, DFIR Europe Online 2021, SANS Amsterdam October 2021 and Europe Online October 2021 Volume 1 4-6 day courses

    Global Community CTF: BootUpOct. 14-16

    6:00 pm EST; open for 48 hours

    		Free to the community

    Cyber42: SOC

    Oct. 26

    10:30 am - 12:00 pm EDT

    Free to the SANS community; Registration opens 6 weeks prior to event

    DFIR NetWarsOct. 28-296:30 pm - 9:30 pm CETComplimentary with SANS Cyber Safari, SEC588 Europe Online, and Stockholm October 4-6 day courses
    Core NetWarsNov. 4-56:30 pm - 9:30 pm GMT

    Complimentary with SANS Europe Online October, London November, and UK Online November 4-6 day courses

    Cyber42: TBD

    Nov. 16

    10:30 am - 12:00 pm EDT

    Free to the SANS community; Registration opens 6 weeks prior to event

    Grid NetWarsNov. 18-196:00 pm - 9:00 pm SGTComplimentary with SANS November Singapore 2021 4-6 day courses
    DFIR NetWarsNov. 18-196:30 pm - 9:30 pm CET

    Complimentary with SANS Europe Online November 2021, SANS FOR585 In Italian Rome 2021, SANS FOR508 In Italian Online 2021, SANS Paris November 2021, SANS Munich November 2021 4-6 day courses

    Core NetWarsNov. 20-216:30 pm - 9:30 pm ESTComplimentary with SANS Pen Test HackFest 4-6 day courses, both In-Person and Online
    Cyber Defense NetWarsDec 9-106:30 pm - 9:30 pm GMT

    Complimentary with SANS UK Online December 2021 , SANS London December 2021, SANS Europe Online Winter 2021, SANS Amsterdam November 2021, SANS FOR578 (In Spanish) November 2021, SANS Gulf Region 2021 4-6 day courses


    Reviews

    NetWars is challenging for all levels of expertise, has great hints if you get stuck, and promotes continuous education.
    Jon-Michael Lacek
    - Wegmans Food Markets
    Core NetWars was challenging but not frustrating for newbies. This is my first time doing NetWars and it has been a blast.
    Rachael Murray
    - Northwestern Mutual
    Having participated in NetWars Continuous and in the NetWars Tournament, I can honestly say that they were the most intellectually challenging and enjoyable tests of technical skills in which I have participated.
    Kees Leune
    - Adelphi University