European Symposium on Research in Computer Security — 2026
September 14-18, 2026
Sapienza University of RomeRome, Italy
Cybersecurity Privacy Cryptography Security Research
Important Dates
| Submission deadline | April 21, 2026 |
| Notification of acceptance | June 12, 2026 |
The European Symposium on Research in Computer Security (ESORICS) is the flagship European academic venue for computer security research, having run annually since 1990. The conference covers a broad technical programme spanning applied cryptography, access control, authentication, network and systems security, web security, privacy-enhancing technologies, and security in distributed and cloud environments. ESORICS publishes in Springer LNCS and operates a two-cycle review process, with acceptance rates typically in the range of 15-20%. The 2026 edition is hosted at Sapienza University of Rome, one of the largest universities in Europe, near the Termini station in central Rome.
Venue
Sapienza University of Rome
Piazzale Aldo Moro 5, 00185 Rome, Italy
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Active Defense and Deception
Covers honeypots, deception technologies, and active defense strategies.
Intrusion Detection Assessment
Focuses on rigorous benchmarking and evaluation of intrusion detection and response.
Autonomous Cybersecurity
Covers self-defending systems and autonomous security operations.
Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology
Research on the security, privacy, and economics of cryptocurrencies and blockchains.
Cyber-Physical Security for Critical Infrastructures
Covers protecting critical infrastructure such as energy, water, and transport from cyber-physical attacks.
Security of ICS and Cyber-Physical Systems
Long-running venue on protecting industrial control and cyber-physical systems.
Data Privacy Management
One of the longest-running venues on privacy-enhancing technologies and data protection.
Distributed ML and Security
Examines security questions raised by federated and distributed machine learning.
Hardware-Supported Software Security
Covers hardware features and architectures that strengthen software security.
Human-Targeted Cyber Threats
Addresses phishing, social engineering, and defenses for the human layer of security.
LLMs for Cybersecurity
Explores large language models as both tools for and threats to cybersecurity.
Mobile and IoT Security
Focuses on securing mobile platforms and Internet of Things deployments.
Real-world AI Security
Focuses on deploying, evaluating, and protecting AI-based cybersecurity systems in practice.
Security and Artificial Intelligence
Covers both securing AI systems and applying AI to security problems.
System Security Assurance
Addresses methods and metrics for assuring the security of deployed systems.
Security and Trust Management
The ERCIM working group's venue on security policies, trust models, and identity.
Trustworthy Cyber Infrastructures
Covers the design and assurance of trustworthy computing and network infrastructures.
Our picks for European Symposium on Research in Computer Security attendees
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel
Piazza della Repubblica 47, 00185 Rome, Italy
Landmark 5-star hotel in a 19th-century palazzo on Piazza della Repubblica, steps from Termini, with a rooftop pool, butler service, and full...
Generator Rome
Via Principe Amedeo 257, 00185 Rome, Italy
Design-led hostel a short walk from Termini with a lively rooftop bar and both dorm beds and private rooms - ideal for...
Hotel Artemide
Via Nazionale 22, 00184 Rome, Italy
Elegant boutique hotel on the main shopping street between Termini and central Rome, with a rooftop bar and full spa - a...
iQ Hotel Roma
Via Firenze 8, 00184 Rome, Italy
Stylish 4-star hotel near the Opera House with a rooftop restaurant and compact spa - well suited for mid-career attendees who want...
MEININGER Roma Termini
Via San Martino della Battaglia 16, 00185 Rome, Italy
Modern chain hotel adjacent to Termini station with a bar and guest kitchen at a reliable mid-range price - a practical no-fuss...
The Beehive
Via Marghera 8, 00185 Rome, Italy
Eco-conscious guesthouse two minutes from Termini with a garden and shared kitchen - a strong pick for solo attendees or grad students...