CyLab to host Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop July 28-29

On July 28-29, CyLab will host a Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop on the Carnegie Mellon University campus.

This in-person workshop, which will take place in the Rangos Ballroom at Carnegie Mellon’s Jared L. Cohon University Center, will convene an exclusive gathering of leading researchers and experts from across academia and industry to discuss strategic approaches to building trusted middleware and toolchains to foster a secure, privacy-preserving robotics ecosystem that is safe and trustworthy by design.

The CyLab Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop is an invitation-only event, and individuals interested in requesting an invitation to attend can fill out this form. Individuals with deep technical experience in security and privacy for robotic systems are encouraged to apply.

“Ultimately, the grand challenge is to ensure the safety, reliability, and public trust in these increasingly indispensable autonomous systems, paving the way for a future where robotics and cybersecurity seamlessly integrate to serve the greater good,” said Michael Lisanti, CyLab senior director of partnerships.

As robotics and autonomous systems technology becomes increasingly integrated into critical infrastructure sectors such as emergency services, defense, health and social care, and manufacturing, the need for a secure and private ecosystem that enhances operational efficiency and mitigates risks is more urgent than ever.

However, existing approaches to building robotic systems treat safety, security, and privacy as an afterthought, leading to safety, security, and privacy risks. This systemic neglect poses a significant threat to the adoption of the technology and growth of the robotics market.

To tackle these new threat vectors, a comprehensive security approach that seamlessly integrates considerations from both cyber and physical domains must be developed. Attendees of the Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop will discuss research challenges and prospective solutions in developing this approach via a series of breakout sessions on topics ranging from evaluating and testing frameworks to threat models and policy considerations. A full list of the research challenges that will be discussed is available on the workshop website.

Beyond the collaborative sessions on research challenges, the workshop will feature a series of insightful technical talks and interactive Q&A sessions with faculty and industry experts Andrea Bajcsy, Lujo Bauer, Kassem Fawaz, Philip Koopman, and Ingo Lütkebohle. Ample networking opportunities and optional lab tours will also provide a chance to connect with peers and explore cutting-edge research happening at CMU.

Collaborate with Leaders: Sponsorship and Research Partnership Opportunities

CyLab is currently offering a limited number of opportunities to sponsor the CyLab Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop to companies and organizations seeking to elevate their brand among robotics and cybersecurity experts from across the globe, as well as with Carnegie Mellon University faculty members, students, and alumni. We also welcome organizations interested in exploring research partnerships to advance the state of the art in robotics security and privacy. For more information on sponsoring the CyLab Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop or partnering with CMU, contact Michael Lisanti, senior director of partnerships, at 412-268-1870 or mlisanti@cmu.edu. 

For more information on the CyLab Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop and to request an invitation to attend, visit the official website.

The CyLab Robotics Security and Privacy Workshop is supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation Security, Privacy, and Trust in Cyberspace (SaTC 2.0) program under Grant No. 2420955. 

For media inquiries, contact Michael Cunningham, CyLab communications manager, at mocunnin@andrew.cmu.edu.