Secrets in Source

🔍 Can you uncover what's hiding in plain sight?

Very Easy 17 Jan 2026 Free Access Solution Available

Web developers sometimes leave behind valuable secrets in places they think nobody will look. While most users only see the polished surface of a website, curious minds know that the real treasures often lie just beneath. This beginner-friendly challenge will teach you a fundamental skill every security professional needs: the art of looking beyond the obvious. 🕵️ Ready to discover what's been there all along?

1

Flags

5

Points

58%

Success Rate

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Launch your dedicated machine to begin hacking

~1-2 min setup

Dedicated server

Private instance

Industry standard

Open the target and find the flags

flag.txt

+5 pts

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Secrets in Source

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