Pakistani participants have secured the top three positions at Positive Hack Camp 2026 in Moscow, marking a notable achievement for Pakistan at an international cybersecurity event. More than 80 participants from 20 countries took part in the competition, with Pakistani talent delivering a strong performance among the international participants. The achievement has been highlighted as a proud moment for Air University, the National Cyber Security Academy (NCSA) and Pakistan.
Air University and NCSA have particularly celebrated the performance of their alumni Muhammad Hamza Khattak and Hamza Haroon, who secured the first and second runner up positions respectively at the event. Their results place both Pakistani cybersecurity professionals among the leading participants at Positive Hack Camp 2026 and reflect their performance in an international environment featuring competitors from multiple countries. The participation also provided an opportunity for Pakistani cybersecurity talent to demonstrate its technical capabilities on a global platform. Muhammad Hamza Khattak was named first runner up, while Hamza Haroon secured the second runner up position. Their achievements have been recognized by Air University and NCSA as an indication of the technical skills developed by Pakistani cybersecurity professionals. Both participants are alumni of Air University, making their performance particularly significant for the institution and its cybersecurity focused initiatives. Their success also highlights the contribution of educational and professional development environments toward preparing cybersecurity talent for international competitions and challenges.
Positive Hack Camp 2026 brought together more than 80 participants representing 20 countries in Moscow, creating an international setting for cybersecurity professionals and participants to compete and demonstrate their technical abilities. The strong results achieved by Pakistani participants placed the country among the top performers at the event. The accomplishment also highlights the participation of Pakistani cybersecurity talent in international platforms where technical expertise and practical skills are tested alongside participants from different countries. For Air University and NCSA, the performance of Muhammad Hamza Khattak and Hamza Haroon represents an important achievement for their alumni community and cybersecurity talent development efforts. Their results demonstrate the ability of Pakistani participants to compete successfully at international cybersecurity events while representing the country in a competitive environment. The achievement has also been described as a reflection of the technical excellence and global competitiveness of Air University’s cybersecurity talent.
The results from Positive Hack Camp 2026 further highlight the presence of Pakistani cybersecurity professionals in international competitions and technology communities. With more than 80 participants from 20 countries taking part, securing the top three positions represents a significant performance by the Pakistani delegation. The achievements of Muhammad Hamza Khattak and Hamza Haroon have provided further recognition for Air University, NCSA and Pakistan’s cybersecurity talent, while demonstrating the capabilities of professionals and alumni participating on international platforms.
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