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New agentic framework STRIATUM-CTF autonomously solves CTF challenges

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Researchers have developed STRIATUM-CTF, a novel agentic framework designed for autonomous Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges. This framework utilizes the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to mediate between Large Language Models (LLMs) and tool execution, ensuring structured observations and self-correction. In controlled studies, STRIATUM-CTF achieved success rates between 77.8% and 86.7% across various CTF challenges and documentation levels. Furthermore, the system demonstrated practical viability by securing first place in a live, multi-team CTF event at Florida State University. AI

IMPACT This framework could advance autonomous cyber operations by improving LLM reliability in complex, multi-step tasks.

RANK_REASON The cluster contains a research paper detailing a new framework for autonomous CTF solving. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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New agentic framework STRIATUM-CTF autonomously solves CTF challenges

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  1. arXiv cs.AI TIER_1 English(EN) · James Hugglestone, Samuel Jacob Chacko, Dawson Stoller, Ryan Schmidt, Xiuwen Liu ·

    STRIATUM-CTF: A Protocol-Driven Agentic Framework for Autonomous CTF Solving

    arXiv:2603.22577v2 Announce Type: replace-cross Abstract: Autonomous cyber operations increasingly depend on agents that can chain reconnaissance, exploitation, and analysis across many tools while maintaining state over long task horizons. Large Language Models (LLMs) are promis…

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