# RSTCON 2026

On October 23, 2026, the academic community will gather for RSTCON 2026 in Charlotte, NC, USA. It focuses on key developments and advancements in cybersecurity and privacy, cybersecurity and infosec. The next key deadline is the submission deadline on August 16, 2026.

**Type**: Conference
**Status**: ACTIVE
**Verified On**: 1st August, 2026

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## ⏱ Critical Deadline
> *No submission deadline specified*

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## 📍 Event Information
- **Mode**: In Person
- **Location**: United States
- **Field**: Interdisciplinary
- **Date**: October 23-25, 2026
- **Official Website**: [https://rstcon.org/cfp](https://rstcon.org/cfp?utm_source=callforpaper.org)

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## 📝 Call for Papers Description

<div><br><a href="https://callforpaper.org/categories/conomie" title="Browse  call for papers" rel="follow" aria-label="View more  call for papers" class="!text-inherit !font-normal !underline decoration-dotted decoration-slate-400/60 underline-offset-4 cursor-pointer hover:decoration-slate-900 dark:hover:decoration-slate-100 transition-colors"></a>RSTCON aims to reset the cybersecurity conference experience and target <a href="https://callforpaper.org/categories/critical-infrastructure" title="Browse critical infrastructure call for papers" rel="follow" aria-label="View more critical infrastructure call for papers" class="!text-inherit !font-normal !underline decoration-dotted decoration-slate-400/60 underline-offset-4 cursor-pointer hover:decoration-slate-900 dark:hover:decoration-slate-100 transition-colors">critical infrastructure</a> such as transportation, energy, and <a href="https://callforpaper.org/categories/manufacturing-2" title="Browse manufacturing call for papers" rel="follow" aria-label="View more manufacturing call for papers" class="!text-inherit !font-normal !underline decoration-dotted decoration-slate-400/60 underline-offset-4 cursor-pointer hover:decoration-slate-900 dark:hover:decoration-slate-100 transition-colors">manufacturing</a>, as well as the sensors, <a href="https://callforpaper.org/categories/systems" title="Browse systems call for papers" rel="follow" aria-label="View more systems call for papers" class="!text-inherit !font-normal !underline decoration-dotted decoration-slate-400/60 underline-offset-4 cursor-pointer hover:decoration-slate-900 dark:hover:decoration-slate-100 transition-colors">systems</a>, and architectures they rely on. RSTCON is an open forum to share, demonstrate, and discuss novel findings.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Whether you're deep in academic theory or on the front lines keeping critical systems running, this conference is your arena for bold ideas, real-world solutions, and the spirited conversations that spark progress. RSTCON connects cutting-edge researchers and practitioners with critical infrastructure ahead of potential conflicts that promise to disrupt businesses and lives.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Reset Group solicits papers and presentations on novel research, exploitation, analytical methods, and tooling as well as impeccable learning opportunities. We encourage those with deep specialty knowledge of systems, protocols, and hardware in critical infrastructure to share so we can move forward in lockstep.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>------&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>## Topic Domains&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;OT/ICS Architecture, Operations, and Cyber-Physical Risk&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;OT/ICS Threats, Detection, Response, and <a href="https://callforpaper.org/categories/resilience-1" title="Browse Resilience call for papers" rel="follow" aria-label="View more Resilience call for papers" class="!text-inherit !font-normal !underline decoration-dotted decoration-slate-400/60 underline-offset-4 cursor-pointer hover:decoration-slate-900 dark:hover:decoration-slate-100 transition-colors">Resilience</a>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Industrial Protocols and Communications&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Embedded Systems, Firmware, IIoT, and Field <a href="https://callforpaper.org/categories/devices-1" title="Browse Devices call for papers" rel="follow" aria-label="View more Devices call for papers" class="!text-inherit !font-normal !underline decoration-dotted decoration-slate-400/60 underline-offset-4 cursor-pointer hover:decoration-slate-900 dark:hover:decoration-slate-100 transition-colors">Devices</a>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Hardware Security, Side Channels, and Physical Attack&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Software Security, Vulnerability Research, and Program Analysis&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Systems, Cloud, and Enterprise-to-OT Interfaces&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Network, Wireless, RF, and Telecom Security&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Cryptography, Identity, and Trusted Communications&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;AI/<a href="https://callforpaper.org/categories/ml-1" title="Browse ML call for papers" rel="follow" aria-label="View more ML call for papers" class="!text-inherit !font-normal !underline decoration-dotted decoration-slate-400/60 underline-offset-4 cursor-pointer hover:decoration-slate-900 dark:hover:decoration-slate-100 transition-colors">ML</a>, Autonomy, and Data Integrity for Security&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Threat Modeling, Formal Methods, Digital Twins, and Assurance&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Human Factors, Policy, Standards, and Security Education&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>------&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>## Submission Fields&nbsp;<br>Not all submission fields are required, but be prepared to provide:&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Presentation Title&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Presenter Names / Handles&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Presenter Biographies (100 words or fewer per presenter)&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Presentation Topics (1-5 topics your presentation addresses)&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Affected Technologies / Keywords&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Desired Time Slot (20 or 50 minute presentation)&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Abstract (200 words or fewer)&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Detailed Description (describe your research and how you will present it)&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Why does this presentation belong at RSTCON&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Where else has this content been presented&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>Depending on your submission, you may attach your presentation, paper, poster, and/or any additional material you see fit. If you have multiple files to upload as part of the submission, you may upload them as a zip file.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>------&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>## Additional Questions&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;<br>For questions outside of the review process, you may reach the program committee by email at cfp@rstcon[dot]org.&nbsp;</div>

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## 🏷 Taxonomy &amp; Topics
- **Primary Category**: N/A
- **Research Fields**: 
  - cybersecurity and privacy

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## 🧭 Agent Instructions
- **Standard Link**: `https://callforpaper.org/cfp/call-for-papers-rstcon-2026`
- **Markdown Link**: `https://callforpaper.org/cfp/call-for-papers-rstcon-2026.md`
- **PDF Version**: `https://callforpaper.org/cfp/call-for-papers-rstcon-2026.pdf`



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## 🎓 Academic Citations &amp; Bibliographic Records

Use these pre-formatted snippets to cite this Call for Papers in publications or reference managers:

### Plain Text
```text
RSTCON 2026. Charlotte, NC, USA, United States, October 23–25, 2026. Available at: https://callforpaper.org/cfp/call-for-papers-rstcon-2026. Accessed: August 11, 2026.
```

### APA Style 7th edition
```text
RSTCON 2026. (2026, October 23–25). Charlotte, NC, USA, United States. https://callforpaper.org/cfp/call-for-papers-rstcon-2026
```

### IEEE
```text
&quot;RSTCON 2026,&quot; Charlotte, NC, USA, United States, Oct. 23–25, 2026. [Online]. Available: https://callforpaper.org/cfp/call-for-papers-rstcon-2026. [Accessed: August 11, 2026].
```

### BibTeX
```bibtex
@misc{rstcon20262026cfp,
  title     = {RSTCON 2026},
  year      = {2026},
  month     = oct,
  address   = {Charlotte, NC, USA, United States},
  url       = {https://callforpaper.org/cfp/call-for-papers-rstcon-2026},
  note      = {Call for Papers. Accessed: 2026-08-11}
}
```

### RIS (Reference Manager, EndNote)
```ris
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ER  -
```

