Protectt.ai, a leading provider of Mobile App Security and a cutting-edge cyber security firm offering RASP XDR platform, has announced the launch of Binary Clash 360 for students, professionals, and cyber security enthusiasts. This comprehensive cybersecurity program, developed in collaboration with the Centre for Cybersecurity, Trust and Reliability (CyStar) at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and IIITDM Kancheepuram, aims to equip the next generation of cybersecurity professionals with the skills needed to address the critical challenges of modern cyber threats.
The program, which commenced in February and will run until December 2025, is designed to provide participants with in-depth knowledge and practical experience in binary obfuscation, a crucial technique for protecting mobile apps from reverse engineering attacks. Binary Clash 360 recognizes the evolving sophistication of reverse engineering methods and the unique challenges they pose to mobile app security. By providing hands-on training and practical experience in a critical area of cybersecurity and software protection, the program seeks to bridge the cybersecurity skills gap.
Program Structure
The program features two parallel tracks focused on binary obfuscation, one for Android and one for iOS, allowing participants to choose their area of specialization or explore both, gaining versatile expertise in mobile app security. The impact of the program extends beyond individual skill-building, as it strengthens the broader cybersecurity ecosystem by cultivating a new generation of security-conscious developers and researchers who can proactively defend against modern threats.
Quotes from Key Personnel
Manish Mimani, Founder & CEO of Protectt.ai, stated, "Protectt.ai has always been driven by the urge to empower the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Our collaboration with IIT Madras and IIITDM on Binary Clash 360 will directly address the critical need for advanced Mobile App Security expertise and equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to defend mobile ecosystems against evolving threats, helping create a more secure digital future."
Chester Rebeiro, Associate Professor at the Computer Science department, IIT Madras, shared insights about the program, "CyStar, in collaboration with Protectt.ai, is organizing a Hackathon to nurture the next generation of cybersecurity leaders as India advances as a global digital hub. Aligned with CyStar’s vision of fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and research institutions, this competition bridges the gap between academic knowledge and real-world Mobile App Security challenges. By equipping students, professionals, and researchers with industry-relevant skills, we aim to build a talent pool that is not only skilled but also prepared to tackle the evolving security landscape, ultimately contributing to a safer digital world."
Program Details
Binary Clash 360 consists of a multi-stage program:
- Bootcamp: An online training program introducing participants to binaries, reverse engineering, and modern obfuscation techniques.
- Hackathon: A Blue Teaming activity where participants design obfuscation algorithms and apply them to a library of binaries.
- Capture the Flag (CTF): A competitive event testing participants’ de-obfuscation skills against obfuscated binaries created during the Hackathon.
- Prize and Internships: The event offers cash prizes totaling INR 10,00,000+. An internship opportunity for selected teams to build on their ideas and work toward creating a Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
The call for participation began on 13th February 2025 for students, professionals, and enthusiasts. Binary Clash 360 will provide them with the opportunity to learn from industry experts, compete in challenges, and secure internships to refine their ideas into a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). The last date to apply is 11th March 2025.
For more information on the program schedule and rules, interested teams are requested to visit Binary Clash 360: Boot | Hack | CTF – CyStar.
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