17th CTSC 2025 | TSCM "Bug-Off"
Our TSCM competitive “Bug-Off” is an excellent way to network and learn from other like-minded professional TSCM operators while participating in a mildly entertaining and competitive practical component of the conference agenda.
Our previous competitive “Bug-Off” events have all been outstanding and successful, and have provided an excellent opportunity for a light-hearted competitive sprit during the conference.
Participating in our first ever, all day competitive “Bug-Off” is perhaps an excellent way to learn, explore and extend your professional networking opportunities and gain valuable knowledge from other TSCM practitioners.
Our TSCM “Bug-Off” provides a light-hearted competition as well as the opportunity to evaluate professional TSCM equipment resources provided.
The “Bug-Off” is open to all conference participants for a chance to win prizes and recognition during the Dinner & Awards night.
Participants will be provided with an assignment form to be completed and submitted to the conference “Bug-Off” committee for review.
The 1st prize winner will have identified the largest number of high-quality technical threats and vulnerabilities within the time frame provided and within specific criteria. The 2nd and 3rd prize winners follow in order.
TSCM operators may bring there own equipment resources and utilize whatever equipment they would normally use on the job, or have the opportunity to utilize equipment resources provided by the TSB and exhibitors.
Prizes, Awards, Peer Recognition, and Bragging Rights are just a few of the benefits for participants of our 16th TSCM “Bug-off”.
The TSB “Office of Evil Intent” is eagerly looking forward to the new all-day format and will surely confound and confuse the brave few that are prepared to accept the ultimate challenge.
As usual the “Office of Evil Intent” (aka Andrzej Wolczanski and Paul D Turner) will be designing a challenging experience for all those who dare to choose to participant in this year’s competitive event.
Remember, who dares, wins!
Participate in our cordless telephone Challenge as part of the competitive “Bug-Off” event for CTSC 2025, designed to both challenge and educate. Test your technical skill and analytical approach to threat signal identification and gain better insight and understanding of a modern ambient RF spectrum environment.
This is an excellent opportunity and provides the participant with a better understanding of the complexities of the various signal types by examining and analyzing real-world and simulated signal events across a wide Range of Interest (ROI) on modern high-speed Software Defined Radio (SDR) hardware. You can even give your “Bug-Off” standing a boost this year, by participating in the Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) wireless Challenge”.
CTSC 2025 "Bug-Off" Prizes
CTSC 2025 will award a variety of prizes to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place contenders based on a combination of each individual participant’s actual results in properly detecting and identifying a host of Technical Surveillance Devices (TSD) and Technical Security Hazards (TSH) during his / her inspection of the Operator Defined Target Area (ODTA) assigned during the event.
The results and awards will be announced during the Dinner and Awards event on the evening of the second day of the conference. All CTSC 2025 registered participants are welcome to sign-up and actively participant in this years event, beginner at seasoned spectrum warrior alike.
We are pleased to recognize the sponsors of this year’s competitive “Bug-Off” who have donated prizes to make this event 17th (aka 20th) annual “bug-off” event a tremendous success.
Please note that prizes have no cash redeemable value.
“Bug-Off” 1st Prize ($425.00 CAD)
1st Prize
TSCM Thermal Imaging Camera
Sponsor
Professional Development TSCM Group Inc.
Description
Powered by advanced image enhancement technology, this thermal camera supports thermal images from 256×192 (49,152 pixels) to 640×480 (307,200 pixels) resolution when viewing live and capturing images with 40mK thermal sensitivity, the 25 Hz frame rates offers clear and smooth thermal imaging while panning view. Built-in Li-Ion rechargeable battery support 6 hrs of continuous operation. The camera supports 6 Color Palettes help to identify temperature differences efficiently. Automatic Center Spot, Hot Spot, Cold Spot measurement presets, and -4°F to 1022°F wide temperature range adapts to various environments. 3.2″ LCD display screen shows clear imagery can quickly locate the fault area.
“Bug-Off” 2nd Prize ($325.00 CAD)
2nd Prize
Endoscope TSCM Inspection Camera
Sponsor
Vilution Limited (UK)
Description
Two-Way Articulating Borescope with Light, 5-inch IPS Endoscope inspection camera with Articulation head, fiber optic Scope-0.33 inch. Powered by a 3000mAh rechargeable battery, this tool is ready to use straight out of the box. Integrated high-brightness, adjustable LED lights on the endoscope probe ensure exceptional visibility, making sure no detail is missed, whether in dark, confined areas or while inspecting intricate components. Capture every critical moment with the integrated 32GB memory card, supporting photos, videos, and audio recordings. The built-in microphone adds valuable context to your footage.
“Bug-Off” 3rd Prize ($225.00 CAD)
3rd Prize
Triple Axis TSCM RF Power Meter Analyzer and Detector
Sponsor
Professional Development TSCM Group Inc.
Description
Measure EMF radiation from cellular phones, smart meters, cellular towers, WIFI, microwave, and Bluetooth calibrated. Isotropic, triaxial. Measurement range selection: one continuous range. The meter is expertly designed for precise measurement and monitoring of Radio-Frequency electromagnetic field strength. Calibrated meticulously across the frequency range of 50MHz to 3.5GHz, it ensures accurate readings for a wide spectrum of TSCM applications.