Course number: 01KO907
- Expert presentations & interactive sessions on technical challenges, current developments & the newest solutions for automotive security
- Meet technical experts & key decision-makers from leading OEMs & suppliers
- Extensive networking opportunities during networking breaks and evening event
On June 9-10, 2026, the International VDI Conference - Cyber Security for Vehicles will take place for the 12th time in Munich, Germany! Join technical experts and key decision-makers from leading OEMs & suppliers to discuss technical challenges, stay up-to date on current developments & explore the newest solutions for automotive security.
Unlocking Automotive Security in the Digital Age
Vehicles are increasingly becoming connected mobile computers. This means that automotive manufacturers are as much software companies as they are producers of hardware. That’s why cyber security should be a major concern for the automotive industry. However, in a recent survey, 84% of respondents said that industry practices are not keeping pace with the ever-evolving security landscape. The VDI Conference - Cyber Security for Vehicles will allow you to stay ahead of the curve. Make use of discussions and in-depth presentations to broaden your knowledge and connect with the right people from the whole automotive security ecosystem.
Top Topics
- Expert presentations & interactive sessions on technical challenges, current developments & the newest solutions for automotive security
- Meet technical experts & key decision-makers from leading OEMs & suppliers
- Extensive networking opportunities during networking breaks and evening event
Program
If you have any questions about the program or are interested in becoming a speaker at one of our conferences, please contact Annick Braun.
The program 2026 is currently under development. In the meantime, you can find the 2025 program here:
Target Group
Engage with international experts and take advantage of the numerous networking opportunities. The "International VDI Conference - Cyber Security for Vehicles" is aimed at professionals and executives from OEMs, Tier-1 and Tier-2 suppliers, as well as IT and software companies. Specifically, the following professionals are addressed:
- Cybersecurity and IT security specialists
- Security architects and engineers
- Software developers
- CTOs and CIOs
Supporting Experts
- Dr. Mathias Dehm, Security & Privacy Expert, Continental AG, Germany
- Prof. Dr. Christoph Krauß, Head of Automotive Security Research, INCYDE GmbH and Head of Research Group Applied Cyber Security Darmstadt, Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Germany
- Prof. Dr. Jörn Eichler, Head of Security Engineering, Electric/Electronic Engineering, Volkswagen AG, Germany
- Dr. Christian Köbel, Senior Project Engineer Cyber Security, Honda R&D Europe GmbH, Germany
For information about sponsoring and exhibition opportunities, please contact Jasmin Habel.
Book your ticket now
You are interested in making the most of the current developments in the automotive security scene? You want to network with other professionals in the field and gain an overview of the challenges and opportunities ahead? Then book your ticket for the 12th International VDI Conference – Cyber Security for Vehicles now!
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Dr. Mathias Dehm
AUMOVIO Autonomous Mobility Germany GmbH / Frankfurt am Main
Prof. Jörn Eichler
Volkswagen AG / Wolfsburg
Prof. Christoph Krauß
Hochschule Darmstadt / Darmstadt
Dr. Christian Köbel
Honda R & D Europe (Deutschland) GmbH / Offenbach