Build an original project that uses artificial intelligence to address a real and clearly defined cybersecurity problem. The AI component should contribute substantively to the security functionality, rather than being included only as a superficial feature. Teams could build a threat detection system, a vulnerability analysis tool, a security awareness assistant, or an AI-powered defensive security solution. These are examples within one challenge, and teams may combine them.

The project must address a clearly defined cybersecurity problem.

The project must be published in a public GitHub repository and use an open-source license.

The AI component must have a meaningful and demonstrable role in the security functionality of the project.

The project must follow responsible security practices throughout development and demonstration.

Teams should be prepared to explain the relationship between the AI component and the security functionality, identify the attack or threat being addressed, and describe how their solution detects, prevents, or mitigates it.