Call for Abstracts is Now Closed
Cybersecurity at SEMICON West 2026
The semiconductor industry has long grappled with the critical issue of supply chain security. With the trends of globalization and digitization, semiconductor supply chains have become increasingly complex and susceptible to cybersecurity threats. In recent years, the development of emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things, AI, and big data has further heightened the cybersecurity challenges facing semiconductor supply chains.
TOPIC AREAS
In this forum, discover how you can contribute towards securing our future. We will gather experts from the semiconductor industry and cybersecurity sector to share their experiences and insights. Together, we will delve into strategies for addressing the challenges of semiconductor supply chain cybersecurity including:
- Cybersecurity in Legacy Semiconductor Tools:
- Best practices for securing end of support OS and software in manufacturing systems, including vulnerability management and system isolation.
- Best practices for securing end of support OS and software in manufacturing systems, including vulnerability management and system isolation.
- Emerging and Existing Cybersecurity Legislation and Compliance:
- An overview of new regulations impacting semiconductor manufacturing, focusing on security standards, compliance, and industry-specific laws (not limited to IEC62443, EU CRA, etc.)
- An overview of new regulations impacting semiconductor manufacturing, focusing on security standards, compliance, and industry-specific laws (not limited to IEC62443, EU CRA, etc.)
- Cybersecurity Maintenance in Manufacturing:
- Strategies for maintaining robust cybersecurity in production environments, including real-time monitoring and incident response.
- Strategies for maintaining robust cybersecurity in production environments, including real-time monitoring and incident response.
- Impact of Cybersecurity Events on Semiconductor Mfg Operations:
- Analysis of how cyber-attacks or breaches can disrupt semiconductor manufacturing, with insights on risk mitigation and business continuity.
- Analysis of how cyber-attacks or breaches can disrupt semiconductor manufacturing, with insights on risk mitigation and business continuity.
- AI and Digital Twin Security in Semiconductor Manufacturing:
- Exploring the implications of emerging technologies (like 5G, quantum computing) on semiconductor manufacturing security.
- Exploring the implications of emerging technologies (like 5G, quantum computing) on semiconductor manufacturing security.
- Supply Chain Security:
- Addressing the risks associated with the global semiconductor supply chain.
- Addressing the risks associated with the global semiconductor supply chain.
- Threat Landscape in Semiconductor Manufacturing:
- Analysis of the current cybersecurity threats faced by semiconductor manufacturers, including case studies of successful attacks.
- Analysis of the current cybersecurity threats faced by semiconductor manufacturers, including case studies of successful attacks.
- IoT and Industry 4.0 Security:
- Addressing cybersecurity challenges related to IoT devices and Industry 4.0 automation in semiconductor factories.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION & 2026 DEADLINES
Deadline | Information |
March 18 | Call for Abstracts Open |
June 1 | Abstract Submissions Deadline |
July 14 | Author and Speaker Notification |
July 24 | Speaker Portal Tasks Due |
September 15 | Draft Presentation for Review |
September 29 | Final PPT Due (16:9 display format) and PDF Versions |
QUESTIONS?
Contact Mayura Padmanabhan
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SPEAKER REQUIREMENTS
If your abstract is accepted and you are invited to present, please complete these requests:
- Speaker agreement
- Headshot and short bio (<500 words)
- PowerPoint slide presentation (16:9 format)
- PDF for distribution to attendees
- Identify a replacement speaker if unable to attend