his talk will explore the ongoing efforts of the CicadaSolvers community to solve Cicada3301’s Liber Primus, a book of elder futhark runes and codes that has challenged cryptographers and puzzle-solvers since 2014. Using our experiences as leaders within the community, we will delve into the cultural significance of the puzzle and discuss
the various strategies and techniques employed by members to crack its code, and the story of their struggle to maintain motivation through 9 years of solving one of the most difficult puzzles ever released. Attendees will gain insights into the future of collaborative puzzle-solving and the challenges that the Liber Primus presents for the future of cryptography. This presentation is suitable for anyone interested in cryptography, puzzle-solving, internet mysteries, and the persistence of collaborative communities. No prior technical knowledge or tools are required.

DEF CON (also written as DEFCON, Defcon or DC) is a hacker convention held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada. The first DEF CON took place in June 1993 and today many attendees at DEF CON include computer security professionals, journalists, lawyers, federal government employees, security researchers, students, and hackers with a general interest in software, computer architecture, hardware modification, conference badges, and anything else that can be "hacked". The event consists of several tracks of speakers about computer- and hacking-related subjects, as well as cyber-security challenges and competitions (known as hacking wargames). Contests held during the event are extremely varied, and can range from creating the longest Wi-Fi connection to finding the most effective way to cool a beer in the Nevada heat.

Cracking Cicada 3301: The Future of Collaborative Puzzle-Solving

Conference: Defcon 31

Authors: Taiiwo, Artorias, Puck, TheClockworkBird

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