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Briefing

Greetings, Special Agent.

We’re currently investigating a drug smuggling operation on behalf of the DEA. They are in the process of infiltrating a drug trafficking operation, backed by the Mexican cartels. Moving mostly cocaine from Florida to Spain or France. The group, going by the name “Los Aztecas” adhere to very strict need-to-know policies and practice great opsec. So far we know they don’t inform their runners of a new shipment until a few hours before departure. The runner is supplied with a note, detailing the location and nothing more. The second in command for that run is provided with the additional information. As a last piece, the final destination isn’t sent until they reach the waters of whatever country they’re going to. Two hours ago, our friends over at the DEA received the latest run information from their informant in Los Aztecas. As you might have guessed, we need you to geolocate the drop point. We have no idea where in the world this is, that’s where your expertise comes in.

As always, Special Agent, the contract is yours, if you choose to accept.

Materials

Answer Instruction

Use the answer to unlock the flagfile, this will reward you with your badge.


Answer Format: country-city-streetname

Flagfile

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Official Write-up

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Florida Snow

This contract involves assisting the DEA in their investigation of a drug smuggling operation run by a Mexican cartel organization called “Los Aztecas”. The cartel is using a strict need-to-know policy and advanced operational security measures to transport cocaine shipments from Florida to Europe.

Challenge Objectives

  • Geolocate the specific drop point location for the latest cocaine shipment
  • Generate the password using the location details

Solution Steps

Step 1: Analyze the Satellite Image

The briefing states that the DEA has received the latest run information from their informant within Los Aztecas. This includes a satellite image showing the drop point location.

By carefully examining the details in the provided satellite image, the player should be able to identify the specific location as Aldea o Facho, 36639 Cambados, Pontevedra, Spain.

Step 2: Generate the Password

The password format for this contract is:

country-city-streetname

Using the location details gathered in Step 1, the complete password would be:

spain-cambados-aldea-o-facho

Additional Context

The briefing explains the cartel’s strict operational security measures and the need for the player to geolocate the latest drop point location based on the limited information provided.

Tips for Players

  • Carefully examine the satellite image for any location-specific details like street names, city names, etc.
  • Use online mapping tools and resources to pinpoint the exact drop point location
  • Ensure the password is formatted correctly according to the instructions
  • Be prepared for potential additional challenges or layers within the full contract

Creator(s): Frank Diepmaat