We’re at black hat® USA 2026
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Meet us and chat with our experts at booth #4917
August 4-6, 2026 | Mandalay Bay,
Las Vegas
Hear from our speakers at black hat® 2026
Kamil Pšenák
The Shock of AI Impact and How to Absorb It
Thursday, August 6 | 2:05-2:25 PM | Pulse Stage 5
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We are living in an age where artificial intelligence is colliding with everything humans have built over modern history, including cybersecurity. In this talk, we take a closer look at how how blind trust and a focus on deployment efficiency create a new attack surface ripe for exploitation by threat actors. We also put a lid on the overhyped debate about the threat landscape with real-world data showing that generative AI still mostly powers scams, fraud, phishing, and disinformation campaigns instead of the novel attack techniques or breakthrough malware many predicted. Based on concrete examples from our research and development and hard lessons learned, we will show attendees why only an AI philosophy based on experimentation, rigorous testing, and human expertise can steer us away from doomer scenarios and ensure that the technology delivers net-positive results.
Tony Anscombe
Dark Reading Panel: Cyber Extortion Hacked
Thursday, August 6 | 3:15-3:35 PM | Pulse Stage 5
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Many ransomware threat actors have shifted away from merely locking down data and systems in victim networks to instead stealing and threatening public exposure of sensitive data. This old-school shakedown requires a structured response in order to avoid a full-blown data dump. In this panel discussion, experts will outline the genesis of these attacks and provide real-world recommendations for how to prevent them as well as how to respond to them when they occur.
Moderator: Kelly Jackson Higgins, Editor-in-Chief, Dark Reading
Visit the ESET booth to play, learn, and protect!
Cybersecurity Trivia Showdown
It’s like Bar Trivia, black hat® style. Join in for rapid-fire rounds, unexpected questions, and just enough competition to keep it interesting. Bring your knowledge, your instincts, and maybe a little luck. The best players take home some incredible prizes.
The Great Escape: Cyber Challenge
Think you can break out? Step into our virtual escape room and put your cybersecurity instincts to the test. Solve clues, uncover hidden threats, and race against the clock to escape.
Celebrity Book Signing
Meet Tanya Janca, internationally recognized application security expert, author, and founder of SheHacksPurple. Known for making security practical and approachable, Tanya has helped shape how modern teams think about secure development. Stop by to get your signed copy of Alice and Bob Learn Secure Coding and connect with one of the industry’s most trusted voices. Quantities are limited. First come first served.
Expert talks at the ESET booth
Martin Smolár
Stay Ahead of Adversaries with ESET Threat Intelligence
In Dec 2025, the DynoWiper operation showed how close a Russian APT came to disrupting power in a NATO country—until ESET tech and threat intelligence helped blunt it. This session details how ESET Threat Intelligence and our XDR spot operations before destructive payloads deploy, how ransomware gangs use EDR killers and stealth, and how ESET neutralizes them—helping orgs stay ahead of espionage grade and financially motivated attackers. Join in.
Romain Dumont & Thomas Dupuy
Threat Landscape Overview
In this presentation, we will explore the major cybersecurity trends of 2025 from ESET's perspective, examining their implications for the audience and providing actionable strategies for enhanced protection. Utilizing comprehensive statistics gathered by the ESET Research team, we will delve into the activities of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors, identifying the sectors they target and their initial breach methods. Additionally, we will examine the criminal underground, revealing how cybercriminals exploit vulnerable systems for financial gain. We will dissect the most significant cyber threats, events, and trends of the year, highlighting how ESET’s cutting-edge technology is specifically designed to protect our customers against these evolving threats.
Mitsuyuki Soto
REAL-World Incident Response: MDR in Action
Step inside the SOC and experience incident response as it unfolds in real time. In this session, ESET Security Monitoring Analysts take you inside real-world customer incidents, sharing firsthand accounts of how threats are detected, investigated, and contained in real time. More than just a technical deep dive, this session highlights the tangible impact of MDR. Join is as we demonstrate how proactive monitoring, rapid response, and expert coordination translate into reduced risk and real business value.
Kamil Pšenák & Tyler Welt
ESET PROTECT 2026: Intelligence-Led Defense
High-speed threats require high-fidelity response. Join ESET for a preview of our 2026 platform enhancements. We’re combining Intel-backed AI detection with external telemetry ingestion and advanced Cloud Workload Protection to simplify your security stack. See how our expanded Threat Intelligence and refined workflows transform your SOC from reactive to proactive in 10 minutes.
Join us at after-show events
Step beyond the show floor and into a more exclusive Black Hat experience. Availability is limited, and registrations will be reviewed to ensure the best experience for all attendees.
ESET VIP Networking Reception
Kickoff black hat® with ESET at Border Grill for an elevated cocktail reception featuring great food, drinks, and even better conversation. Meet fellow security professionals, share perspectives on today’s evolving threat landscape, and build new connections in a lively atmosphere.
Tuesday, August 4 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Location: Border Grill
ESET+ Stellar Cyber Executive Dinner
Join Stellar Cyber for an exclusive seated dinner at STRIPSTEAK, one of the most sought-after dining experiences in Las Vegas. This curated evening brings together a small group of security leaders for meaningful conversation, exceptional cuisine, and valuable connections.
Wednesday, August 5 | 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: STRIPSTEAK
Cyber resilience for the AI era
ESET delivers prevention-first, AI-native cybersecurity built on global intelligence and strengthened by human expertise.
The ESET PROTECT Platform
A unified, cloud-first XDR bringing together prevention, detection, threat hunting, and MDR. Designed for efficiency and scale, so security teams respond faster and build lasting resilience.
- Prevention-first protection
- Detection and response
- Threat hunting
- Managed detection and response (MDR)
See ESET’s capabilities in action
Join us for live demos at booth #4917. Or schedule a meeting with our top cybersecurity experts to learn how ESET can protect your organization.
