Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Two-day technical security conference covering offensive and defensive cybersecurity, AI security, and hardware hacking
- Single-track format ensures attendees can experience all sessions without scheduling conflicts
- Hands-on elements include live hardware hacking and competitive Capture the Flag challenges
- Designed for security professionals, researchers, penetration testers, and students across technology, healthcare, and critical infrastructure sectors
About BSides Lisbon
BSides Lisbon is a community-run, not-for-profit technical security conference held annually in Lisbon, Portugal. Part of the global BSides network, the event has operated since 2013 as a platform for the information security community to share knowledge and build professional connections. The conference brings together experienced practitioners and newcomers in a single-track format that prioritizes technical depth over commercial content.
Technical Focus Areas
The 2026 programme addresses current challenges in offensive and defensive security, with particular attention to AI and machine learning security, vulnerability management, and exploitation techniques. Sessions examine IT/OT convergence in hospital environments, AI-driven attacks, GNSS vulnerabilities, and device compromise methods. Hardware hacking features prominently, with live demonstrations and references to platforms such as the ESP32-C6. Critical infrastructure protection and hybrid warfare also appear on the agenda.
Event Format
The two-day conference combines keynotes and technical talks with hands-on activities. Competitive Capture the Flag challenges run alongside the main programme, and informal networking sessions provide opportunities for community building outside the formal schedule.
Who Should Attend
BSides Lisbon serves cybersecurity professionals, security researchers, penetration testers, red team operators, security engineers, incident responders, and students. Attendees typically work in technology, critical infrastructure, healthcare, and academia. The event suits practitioners seeking to stay current with emerging threats, understand new offensive and defensive techniques, and engage with the broader security research community.