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SANS Holiday Hack Challenge™ 2025

Join the global cybersecurity community in the most festive and challenging event of the year! The SANS Holiday Hack Challenge cyber range offers FREE, high-quality, and super fun hands-on cybersecurity challenges designed for all skill levels. Play to learn or practice your skills and stand a chance to win exciting prizes for the top entries.

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Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of the SANS Holiday Hack Challenge, where talented musicians create awesome albums each year. Sing along and make your learning experience even more jolly! Also available on Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music.

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Practice Now | Explore the Legacy of Past Challenges

As you wait for the 2025 game to open, why not revisit the epic adventures of past Holiday Hack Challenges? Practicing with past games will prepare you to take on whatever this year's challenges throw at you!

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