TexSAW CTF 2026 Welcome!

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Check out our IRC server and run the command /motd!

Server: irc.texsaw.org

Solution

To solve this challenge, we need to connect to the texSAW IRC server and view the “Message of the Day” (MOTD), which is a common place for CTF organizers to hide initial information or rules.

1. Install an IRC Client

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# I use Arch BTW
paru -S weechat
# or
paru -S irssi

2. Connect to the Server

Launch your client and add the TexSAW server to your configuration. This makes it easier to reconnect later.

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# Example using irssi
/server add texsaw irc.texsaw.org
/connect texsaw

3. Find the Flag

Once you’ve successfully connected, the server will usually send the MOTD automatically. If you miss it, manually request it with the following command:

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/motd
# texsaw{w31c0M3_t0_t3xSAW_2O26!}

Useful IRC Commands

While you’re on the server, you might want to join the discussion or interact with other participants:

  • /nick [new_nick]: Change your current nickname.

or

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/set irc.server_default.nicks comma,separated,list,of,nicks
/set irc.server.[SERVER_NAME].nicks "
  • /list: List all available channels on the server.
  • /join #general: Join the official general discussion channel.
  • /whois [nick]: View information about a specific user.
  • /msg [nick] [message]: Send a private message (useful for contacting admins).
  • /part #[channel]: Leave a specific channel.
  • /quit: Disconnect from the server and close your session.

Flag

texsaw{w31c0M3_t0_t3xSAW_2O26!}