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  • Released 03 Jul 2025

Session Switch

Start the machine, hack the system, and find the hidden flags to complete this challenge and earn points!

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~1-2 min setup
AWS dedicated
Private instance
Industry standard
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Session Switch - Challenge Description

Challenge Overview

Welcome to Session Switch! In this challenge, you'll explore how insecure session handling and flawed authentication logic can lead to privilege escalation. Your mission is to analyze the login system and discover how to access the secret area reserved for admins.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand web authentication and session management
  • Analyze and manipulate session data
  • Identify and exploit logic flaws in web applications
  • Practice privilege escalation techniques

Challenge Details

The application simulates a login system with user and admin roles. Investigate how the server manages privileges and see if you can access the admin area.