Black Hat Day Zero

Black Hat is a highly anticipated event for both newcomers and attending veterans. The conference is evolving, and it could be overwhelming to navigate an event of this size. Briefings, Arsenal, Sponsored Sessions, Business Hall, there are plenty of options and it might be hard to know what to do, where to go, what to attend and how to get party tickets... This talk will give you useful advice to make the most of your time, select the right content which fits your needs and have a successful experience at Black Hat USA 2023.

With 100+ briefings, sessions and keynotes scheduled at Black Hat USA 2023, sifting through the agenda for the must-sees can be a big task. The agenda is once again filled with brand-new research into threat groups, malware, exploits, and new attack patterns from top cyber experts and analysts. There are also opportunities to gain deep insights into the business and operational side of cybersecurity. How to choose? In this session, Dark Reading Managing News Editor Tara Seals will give you a sneak-peek at some of the hottest Black Hat USA talks that you won’t want to miss.

It’s always a good time to build your personal brand. Whether you are looking to make that jump to your next career, or simply elevate your reputation. Come learn some strategies for building your brand and how conferences play a critical role.

The size and scale of Black Hat can be overwhelming for first time attendees, especially if you’re not used to constant stimuli from all directions and the sustained level of “peopling” over multiple days. In this session, we’ll discuss how to navigate the social struggles of a big conference, helping you to network efficiently and stay engaged without compromising your sanity.

The Black Hat network is often the subject of quiet whispers, fear, and sometimes laughter. "Don't even connect to it." "Use a burner laptop." "Take the battery out of your phone!"

Come talk to the guys who stand up and maintain, what is considered by many, to be one of the most hostile networks in the world. Find out what you can expect while staying connected at Black Hat, and tips you can use to try and stay safe. It's a jungle out there, you should really have a guide.

Join fellow attendees after the Day Zero program for a reception. Kick off Black Hat USA with refreshments and appetizers; the reception is open to all Black Hat USA pass holders.