Get a Free VPS for Cybersecurity Labs
The PCEF VPS Initiative provides free virtual servers to students and teachers for malware analysis, reverse engineering, and hands-on cybersecurity practice — no payment, no credit card, no catch.
Fully funded by industry sponsors to support the next generation of defenders. Sponsors can also request an importable version of the VM.
Provided for FREE thanks to our sponsors
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Tools Available in the VPS
Current Limitations
- We currently offer up to 30 active VPS instances at a time to ensure quality and fairness for all users.
- Student access is provided in 1-month intervals to give more learners a chance to participate. If you need additional time, that’s totally fine — just be sure to request approval in advance.
- Educators can request VPS access for their full class in 1-month intervals — you’ll just need to provide basic info to verify your teaching role.
- VPS instances are not reservable. All access is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. If all slots are filled, individuals will be placed on a waitlist and granted access as availability opens up.
- VPS instances are provided as-is. While we’re happy to point you in the right direction when possible, we’re unable to provide full technical support.
- Occasionally, you may experience minor networking or compatibility quirks, depending on your tools and setup — we appreciate your patience!
- Want to help us grow? Sponsor us to help expand access and increase the number of available VPS environments for students and educators worldwide.