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Labs / Secrets in Source 2

  • Very Easy
  • Released 17 Nov 2025

🔒 Can you break through the unbreakable security?

SecureVault Technologies claims their website is completely secure with advanced source code protection. They've disabled right-click, blocked developer tools, and implemented detection systems to prevent any snooping. But is client-side security really as strong as they think? Put your skills to the test and see if you can uncover the secrets they're trying so hard to hide! 🕵️

1
Flags
5
Points
Very Easy
Free Access
Start Lab Environment

Launch your dedicated AWS machine to begin hacking

~1-2 min setup
AWS dedicated
Private instance
Industry standard
Very Easy

Challenge Overview

Many web applications implement client-side security measures to prevent users from accessing source code. While these protections may seem effective at first glance, they are fundamentally flawed since all client-side code is ultimately delivered to and executed in the user's browser.

Learning Objectives
  • Understanding client-side security limitations
  • Learning multiple techniques to bypass source code protection
  • Exploring browser developer tools and alternatives
  • Recognizing false sense of security in client-side protections
  • Understanding proper security implementation practices
Challenge Scenario

SecureVault Technologies claims to have implemented advanced security measures to protect their source code from unauthorized access. They have disabled right-click, blocked keyboard shortcuts, implemented DevTools detection, and added multiple layers of client-side protection.

Your task is to bypass these protections and discover the hidden secret that the developers accidentally left in the source code. The secret will lead you to a file containing the flag.

Skills Required
  • Web browser functionality and tools
  • Understanding of HTML structure and comments
  • Basic web security concepts
  • Creative problem-solving
  • File system navigation
Security Considerations

This challenge demonstrates why client-side security measures are ineffective. Any code, configuration, or data sent to a client's browser can be accessed, regardless of JavaScript-based protections. True security must be implemented server-side, never relying on client-side restrictions.