SherpaSec
Uniting Minds, Empowering Security
A Malaysian volunteer-based cybersecurity community aiming to create a sustainable cybersecurity ecosystem.
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Our Mission
Facilitate meaningful collaborations between students and cybersecurity professionals to create a dynamic and inclusive community.
Empower the next generation of cybersecurity experts by promoting the exchange of knowledge, skills, and insights between students and working professionals.
Build a foundation for a secure digital future by bridging the gap between academia and industry, ensuring a seamless transition for students into the cybersecurity workforce.
Community Call
Our vibrant community is eagerly seeking speakers from all walks of life, embracing diversity in age and experience. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or a fresh voice, we invite you to share your insights and passion with us. Additionally, we’re actively scouting for venues to host our events, fostering an environment where ideas can flourish and connections can be forged. Together, through volunteering as speakers, we believe in shaping our community and creating meaningful dialogue that enriches us all. Join us on this journey of collaboration and empowerment.
For those interested in getting involved or learning more about opportunities to contribute, we encourage you to explore our ‘Contact’ section for additional information. Join us as we embark on this inspiring journey of collaboration, growth, and empowerment.
Past Events
Our past events including meetups, workshops, and etc.
Local cybersecurity meetup featured a special year-end edition in collaboration with Kaspersky: a hands-on incident response simulation led by a cybersecurity specialist, and technical workshops on AEAD and heap exploitation by returning alumni diving deep into offensive security techniques.
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SherpaCTF 2025 was an innovative 6-hour Battle Royale-style CTF held alongside the Parallel Pulse conference in Malaysia. This groundbreaking event introduced a new competitive format and featured physical challenges including lockpicking, bringing together cybersecurity enthusiasts for an unforgettable experience.
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Local cybersecurity meetup featured two standout speakers: a threat intelligence professional from Nexagate sharing practical frameworks for building effective CTI programs, and a student speaker offering an honest and inspiring reflection on starting a journey into Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions.
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