EC-Council Hosts C|EH Compete 2024 Challenge to Address IoT Infrastructure Security

Tampa, Florida, June 18th, 2024: EC-Council, inventor of the world-famous  Certified Ethical Hacker credential recently organized the highly anticipated C|EH Compete 2024 challenge, focusing on IoT infrastructure security. This high-stakes competition brought together cybersecurity enthusiasts to address critical vulnerabilities in IoT systems, aiming to enhance cybersecurity preparedness across industries. Participants utilized their expertise in ethical hacking techniques to identify vulnerabilities in the IoT infrastructure, focusing on areas such as network security, encryption protocols, and access controls, their mission was to identify weaknesses in the system and propose effective strategies to prevent future security breaches. By simulating real-world scenarios, participants gained invaluable hands-on experience in identifying and mitigating security risks in IoT systems. “In hosting the C|EH Compete 2024 challenge, EC-Council reaffirms its commitment to nurturing cybersecurity excellence and confronting pivotal security threats of our digital era head-on. By providing a platform for cybersecurity professionals to showcase their expertise, we aim to elevate global cybersecurity awareness and readiness”, said Jay Bavisi, Group President, EC-Council. The participants demonstrated exceptional skill and strategic thinking, vying for coveted positions within the top 10 on the leaderboard. Following an intense competition, Allen Dale Sapungen emerged victorious, hailing from Philippines, closely followed by Ramon Ramcel De Castro  from Philippines too and Sumit Khobragade from India, securing second and third places, respectively. EC-Council extends sincere congratulations to its Accredited Training Centers: Wissen International in Philippines and Singapore and Firebrand DACH Training Centre in Germany. These centers have consistently delivered exceptional C|EH training, guiding their students to excel and secure positions within the top ten ranks on the esteemed C|EH Global Challenge Leaderboard. The C|EH Compete 2024 challenge not only showcased the talent and dedication of cybersecurity professionals but also emphasized the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures in safeguarding critical infrastructure. ABOUT EC-COUNCIL: Founded in 2001, EC-Council is a trusted authority in cybersecurity education and certification. Best known for its Certified Ethical Hacker program, EC-Council also offers training, certificates, and degrees on a wide spectrum of subjects from Computer Forensic Investigation and Security Analysis to Threat Intelligence and Information Security. EC-Council is an ISO/IEC 17024 Accredited Organization recognized under the U.S. Defense Department Directive 8140/8570 and many other authoritative cybersecurity bodies worldwide. With over 350,000 certified professionals globally, EC-Council remains a gold standard in the industry. With a steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, EC-Council maintains a global presence with offices in the US, the UK, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. For press inquiries, please contact: [email protected] For more information, please visit https://www.eccouncil.org/