Cyber War Forum: The Critical Questions No One Has Real Answers To

Cyber conflict is no longer something that happens in the shadows. It’s central to how nations compete, how critical infrastructure is targeted, and how organizations prepare for real-world disruption.

Laura Stebbing, VP of Content at Black Hat, sits down with Dr. Bilyana Lilly, Chair of the Cyber War Forum, to discuss why the cybersecurity community needs a dedicated space to confront the operational realities of cyber warfare—and why most organizations aren’t prepared for what’s already happening.

What you’ll hear:
• Why we’re already operating in a time of cyber war
• The critical coordination gaps between government and private sector
• What the three Cyber War Forum roundtables will address: Preparation, • Active Conflict, and Recovery
• Why cross-industry collaboration is rare, and why it matters
• How the Forum will produce practical playbooks, not white papers

The Cyber War Forum takes place at Black Hat USA on August 5, 2026, in Las Vegas, and at Black Hat Europe on December 8, 2026, in London. Invitation-only. Chatham House rules. For more information: summits@blackhat.com

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