Black Hat MEA

Unknown AI, Unknown Risk: How Invisible AI Use Creates New Attack Paths Al is now woven into every layer of modern software development, but most security teams can't see where or how it's being used. #BlackHatMEA #Cybersecurity #CyberLeadership

Will CISOs Be Under Even More Pressure In 2026? New data shows the CISO role is already under strain, and heading into an even tougher year. #BlackHatMEA #Cybersecurity #CyberLeadership

From pitch to proof, Sahl has taken the CyberSeed title at Black Hat MEA. #BlackHatMEA #Cybersecurity

Every solved challenge tells a story about focus, teamwork and skill. Congratulations to the Capture the Flag winners at Black Hat MEA. #BlackHatMEA #Cybersecurity

Three days, thousands of conversations, countless moments that reminded us why Cybersecurity’s Global Stage matters. As Black Hat MEA comes to a close, we’re walking away with a deeper sense of community, sharper ideas, and a renewed commitment to the work that brings all of us together. A huge thank you to our partners at SAFCSP, and every sponsor and partner who helped shape this year’s experience. The event doesn’t happen without your support, your belief, and your presence. And to our global cybersecurity community: thank you for showing up with curiosity, generosity, and purpose. We’ll see you again 1-3 December 2026. #BlackHatMEA #Cybersecurity

Why CISOS Are Saying MFA Isn't Enough Security leaders are losing confidence in traditional multi-factor authentication (MFA). Find out why zero-trust and Al-driven identity are pushing CISOs beyond passwords and codes. #BlackHatMEA #Cybersecurity

The red team has gone HR: why job offer scams are the new social engineering frontier A new survey shows six in ten US job seekers faced fake recruiters, and 40% fell for scams. Red and blue teams can learn vital social engineering lessons from this emerging attack frontier. #BlackHatMEA #Cybersecurity

What gives a stage its power isn't its size but the weight of the stories it must hold. This frame captures a few reasons why this stage has grown into something larger than itself. Cybersecurity's Global Stage rises each year because the people on it rise too, with more experience, more urgency, and more truth to offer. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity

Day two is where first meetings turn into real discussions and ideas start to travel. Across stages, lounges and the show floor, Cybersecurity’s Global Stage kept the signal high all day. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity

What gives a stage its power isn't its size but the weight of the stories it must hold. This frame captures a few reasons why this stage has grown into something larger than itself. Cybersecurity's Global Stage rises each year because the people on it rise too, with more experience, more urgency, and more truth to offer. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity

The thing about a great beginning is you feel it before you understand it. We have just taken our first breaths on Cybersecurity’s Global Stage, and every moment since has built something extraordinary. The final day is tomorrow. Don’t miss the conversations, connections and breakthroughs shaping the future of cybersecurity. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity #CyberLeadership

Cybersecurity’s Global Stage is live with 500+ brands and 300+ CISOs and experts in one venue, Black Hat MEA. One city, one community, three days of decisions and conversations that reach far beyond the venue. Don't miss out! Register Now! #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity #CyberLeadership

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Two days from now, Riyadh opens its doors to one of the biggest gatherings of cybersecurity minds anywhere in the world. Over 45,000 people, 300+ speakers, and 500+ global brands will step into the same space, carrying their stories, their questions, and the work they’ve spent years shaping. Cybersecurity’s Global Stage is almost here, and we can’t wait to welcome you into it. If you haven’t secured your place yet, this is your moment to join us. 2 - 4 Dec 2025. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity

Heading to #BlackHatMEA 2025? The wait is over. Here's everything you need to know: 🌟 Show timings: 11am to 8pm every day. 🌟 A daily visitor shuttle service operates between Riyadh and Black Hat MEA from 9:45 AM to 9:00 PM, departing from: - Outside SAB Metro station, Riyadh 🌟 Find the shuttle bus schedule on Visitor's resource center on the website. 🌟 Visitors can also reach the venue by car via the Al Qasim Highway entering through the Falcon Gate, which leads directly to Visitor Parking. 15,000+ parking spaces available. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity #CyberLeadership

Join Pete Harteveld, CEO of Exabeam at Black Hat MEA for his keynote session Securing Vision 2030: How AI-Driven Analytics Empower Saudi Arabia’s Cyber Future. Here's what you can expect to hear about: - Practical insights on how organisations can adopt AI responsibly. - Strengthen security operations. - Reduce analyst fatigue. - Build meaningful ROI. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity #CyberLeadership

“Black Hat MEA is where cybersecurity becomes more than a conversation, it becomes an experience. Every visual, every session, every activation is designed to immerse our audience in the pulse of this industry and reflect the speed, precision, and creativity that define the cybersecurity world.” Tom Bourgoin, Senior Event Manager, Tahaluf. The stage is set. 5 days to go. And as the countdown draws to a close, we can't wait to welcome you next week, to the place where cybersecurity’s brightest minds come together to connect, create, and experience something truly unforgettable. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity #CyberLeadership

Cybersecurity is shaped by the people who write, document, rethink, and challenge how we understand this field. This year at Black Hat MEA, you'll have the chance to meet four authors whose work has guided practitioners across the world, and get your copy signed in person. Know Thy Adversary but First and Foremost Know Thyself, by Devon Bryan, Global Chief Security Officer, Booking Holdings (2/12/2025 3:30pm) Cyber Defense Matrix: The Essential Guide to Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape, by Sounil Yu, Chief Al Safety Officer, Knostic. (2/12/2025 4:30pm) Not with a Bug, but with a Sticker: Attacks on Machine Learning Systems and What to Do About Them, by Ram Shankar, Data Cowboy, Microsoft (3/12/2025 3:30pm) The CISO Desk Reference Guide, Volume 1 (3rd Edition) by Gary Hayslip, CISO, Halcyon (4/12/2025 3:30pm) Take home a signed copy from Cybersecurity's Global Stage. #BlackHatMEA #BHMEA25 #Cybersecurity