Hack the Box

Can You Hack the Box and Claim Root?

Hard 19 Dec 2025 Free Access Solution (Pro)

A hardened corporate server awaits with multiple layers of security to breach. No free passes here - every step requires careful reconnaissance and creative thinking. Your journey starts at the web application, but the real prize lies deep within the system. Can you find the cracks in their defenses? This multi-stage challenge will test your full offensive security skillset as you work your way from zero access to complete system compromise. Will you find and hack the box?

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Points

32%

Success Rate

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Launch your dedicated machine to begin hacking

~1-2 min setup

Dedicated server

Private instance

Industry standard

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Hack the Box

Hard 70 points

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