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Another round to sharpen your investigative edge! Are you in?

May 9, 2026 | Open 16:00 - 17:00 CET

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Person of Interest Investigation

POI investigation
Hard (4/5)

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Identify, analyze, and contextualize individuals of interest by uncovering their digital footprint and network connections.

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Geolocation Mapping & Image-Based Analysis

Geolocation Mapping
Intermediate (3/5)

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Verify locations, track movement, and extract spatial intelligence from images, maps, and geospatial data.

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Domain
Investigation

Domain Investigation
Easy (2/5)

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Investigate domains through DNS records, hosting providers, IP addresses, geolocation, publication footprint, and linked infrastructure to uncover fraud, threats, and malicious networks.

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Read the Guidelines First!

Participation rules and guidelines for the Maltego Community CTF, along with a quick guide for first-time users.

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FAQ • Maltego Community OSINT CTF

Below are the most frequently asked questions about our CTF. For additional questions and answers, please refer to this document.

When is the challenge happening?

The challenge will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 16:00 to 17:00 CET (10:00–11:00 ET). This time, it will run for one hour, testing precision and speed under pressure 😉.

What are the rules?

Please review the official rules before registering to ensure fair play. First-time participants will also find guidance on how to get started on the platform.

What kind of challenges will there be?

Expect a variety of OSINT tasks from geolocation puzzles to person-of-interest investigations. Find out on the day!

If I encounter technical problems or issues during the event, where can I get support?

Ping us on the Discord channel and the team will assist you.

I’m a complete beginner, and this is my first time — will I be able to solve the challenges?

Absolutely! With a mix of beginner and advanced challenges, everyone can join, learn, and have fun. And being new doesn’t mean you lack OSINT skills. Surprise us!

Do I need to pay to register?

Nope. Registration is completely free. All you need is curiosity, grit, and nerves of steel under time pressure. Have fun and go win those prizes 🎉

Will it be helpful to use Maltego Graph for the CTF?

The challenges are designed so anyone can participate, regardless of their toolset. You’re welcome to use Maltego Graph if you’d like. It’s available for free.

Earn your win with rewards worth it!

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🥇 First Place Champion - Exploration Beyond Mastery

Crowned as the top OSINT investigator, you pushed past limits and uncovered answers with precision and clarity.

  • 1 x Maltego Professional License (valid for 3 months)*
  • Exclusive Maltego Swag, incl. Maltego CTF Challenge Coin**
  • A surprise gift to celebrate your victory soundtrack
  • Digital Award Badge & Cover Image
  • Legendary Status Unlocked
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🥈 Second Place Champion - Global Understanding

Just one clue short of the top spot, you proved yourself a formidable OSINT force, connecting the bigger picture and demonstrating a deep understanding of how everything fits together.

  • Exclusive Maltego Swag**
  • Digital Award Badge & Cover Image
  • Talk Is Free, Bragging Right Included
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🥉 Third Place Champion - Learning to Observe

So close to glory, you demonstrated sharp observation and the ability to connect the dots, proving yourself a rising force in OSINT.

  • Digital Award Badge & Cover Image
  • Modest Bragging Rights Earned
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Medal For All Participants - Curiosity in Action

Your OSINT journey is just getting started—what began with curiosity is now turning into continuous discovery.

  • Digital Award Badge & Cover Image

*We will issue and activate the Professional license using the email address provided during registration. Please note that all activations are subject to the general terms and conditions for software licenses and accompanying services, as outlined here. License issuance follows our standard internal processes to ensure compliance with business integrity standards and to prevent misuse.

**After the event, you will receive an email with a form to submit your shipping details. Please review our prize distribution details here. Any personal information you provide will be handled in accordance with our data privacy policy and used solely for logistics purposes.

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