Event Recap: Highlights from DEF CON 33
By Sarah Chen (Director of Events) on August 15, 2025

DEF CON 33 was an electrifying event for the Aerospace Village. We welcomed thousands of attendees to our space, hosting a record number of speakers and workshops. The energy was palpable as industry professionals, government experts, and hackers from around the world converged to tackle the toughest challenges in aerospace cybersecurity.
This year's Capture the Flag (CTF) competition was our most challenging yet, with teams vying to uncover vulnerabilities in a simulated satellite ground control system. Congratulations to team "BitFlippers" for their impressive win!
Keynote Highlights
Our keynote stage featured incredible talks from leaders across the industry. Dr. "B" B. Rock's opening address on "The Future of Aerospace Security" set the tone for a weekend of deep learning and collaboration. We also had a fascinating panel on the emerging threats of AI in aviation systems, which sparked a lively debate among attendees.
Thank you to all our speakers, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees for making DEF CON 33 an unforgettable experience. We can't wait to see you all again next year!