In today’s interconnected world, securing digital systems is more critical than ever. At TU Wien Informatics, we are dedicated to training and mentoring the next generation of Cybersecurity Experts, and to provide them with the knowledge and tools they need to develop secure solutions for a safe digital future.

With all or efforts in Ethical Hacking, we want to build and foster a community of skilled cybersecurity professionals who are committed to protecting digital infrastructures.

Starting at the bachelor level, we offer specializations in Cybersecurity, and with our practical experience and interdisciplinary collaborations, we equip students with the knowledge and tools they need to develop secure solutions, and uphold ethical standards in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Join us in shaping a safer, more resilient digital future.

Our mission is to educate and train the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through hands-on ethical hacking training. We actively engage in research projects that address cybersecurity challenges, and we take our commitment to share our knowledge and experience in the field of cybersecurity seriously. We also raise awareness about cybersecurity threats that affect our world, and we provide practical learning experiences for students that foster collaboration and teamwork so they can effectively tackle cybersecurity challenges. Our goal? To create a safer digital future for all.

People have been asking me for many years why I include offensive security topics in my teaching – but the thing I always tell them is: How can you design a secure lock if you never picked one? You need to master lockpicking techniques to create a solution that will withstand even the most sophisticated attacks. And there is no way to do so without understanding these attacks in detail and practicing them.

We are dedicated to excellence in our research activities, but we are equally dedicated to excellence when it comes to teaching and education. Our vision: To create a space where people can thrive, and their curiosity can become cutting-edge research. Beyond our dedication to excellence, our research and education efforts go hand in hand with a strong commitment to society. At TU Wien Informatics, you’ll learn from the best and are integrated into an international research community, and a good balance between teachers and students helps you to reach your full potential.

• Bachelor Informatics
  Specialize in Cybersecurity, right from the start.
• Master Software Engineering and Internet Computing
  Deepen your knowledge in key areas of security and privacy.
• Double Degree IT Security
  Focus on information security and establish international collaborations.

Competitions are an integral part of Ethical Hacking, offering participants opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of a wider community.

Austria Cybersecurity Challenge

The Austria Cybersecurity Challenge (ACSC) is a Capture-The-Flag (CTF) competition for talents in the field of cybersecurity organized by Cyber Security Austria. People from all over Austria put their know-how to the test in two age groups and one open category. But it’s not only about the competitions: The young hackers find like-minded people and peers among themselves, as well as contact with mentors, trainers, and potential employers. The ACSC is organized with support from the Federal Chancellary, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the Austrian Armed Forces.

European Cybersecurity Challenge

The European Cybersecurity Challenge (ECSC) is a competition where national teams of young talents ages 14-24 compete in CTF cybersecurity challenges. The competition runs for several days and is supported by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA). Since its conception, the ECSC has attracted the interest of a growing number of European countries and international stakeholders – so much so that it has been termed ‘the Eurovision‘ of cybersecurity. Each year, it is organized and hosted by a different European country to crown the European cybersecurity champion. openECSC, which runs parallel to the ECSC, invites participants of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities, welcoming cybersecurity enthusiasts worldwide to showcase their skills and join the ethical hacking community.

We_0wn_Y0u

We_0wn_Y0u is a CTF team of students and lecturers from TU Wien and the University of Vienna. They are supported by SBA Research, as well as TU Wien’s and the University of Vienna’s Security and Privacy Research Groups. We_0wn_Y0u is always looking for motivated people that think hacking competitions are fun and want to learn something new and sharpen their hacking skills.