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Strong together against cyber attacks!

it-sa Expo&Congress in Nuremberg – Europe's leading trade fair for IT security
27 - 29 October 2026

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The danger is realLooking for solutions?Key topics of it-sa

Welcome to the HOME OF IT SECURITY!

Meet the community live from 27 to 29 October 2026 in Nuremberg at Europe’s largest IT security event!

The trade fair covers the full spectrum of products and services in the field of cybersecurity.

With 28,267 trade visitors from 64 countries and around 1,000 exhibiting companies across five halls, the it-sa Expo&Congress set new standards in 2025 and once again established the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre as the “Home of IT Security”.

Be there in 2026 when international IT security experts and decision-makers meet once again at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre to discuss challenges and trends in cyber security, and secure your voucher code* for the it-sa Expo&Congress now.

Here you can experience:

  • A comprehensive market overview: IT security products and services from around 900 exhibitors – from established key players to innovative start-ups
  • Key topics shaping the industry: AI risks and opportunities, data security and digital sovereignty, IoT and production security, resilience and cybersecurity for executive leadership, and much more
  • Actionable insights and knowledge transfer: Expert forums on the exhibition floor and targeted exchange at the Congress@it-sa
  • A powerful network in the fight against cyber threats: where technical expertise meets executive decision-making 
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IT Security Secures the Future!

Protect your organization!

At the it-sa Expo & Congress, you will connect with leading IT security experts, companies, and institutions from across Europe and beyond. Leverage Europe’s premier cybersecurity exhibition to expand your expertise, exchange best practices, and build valuable international partnerships.

This is particularly true for business decision-makers and senior management: cybersecurity must now be embedded at the highest strategic level. Europe’s digital security depends on cross-border cooperation, the sharing of knowledge and decisive action.The increasingly complex threat landscape – driven by organised cybercrime, geopolitical tensions, and state-sponsored attacks—underscores that: 
IT security is a key prerequisite for Europe’s competitiveness, innovative strength, and digital sovereignty.

Act now. Connect. Strengthen your organization’s security.

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THE DANGER IS REAL

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Europe’s Vulnerabilities
54% of cyberattacks target critical sectors, including public administration, transport and mobility, digital infrastructure and services, the financial sector, and manufacturing industries.
Source: ENISA
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AI Intensifies the Risk
Phishing remains the leading attack vector—and it is becoming even more dangerous: more than 80% of global phishing campaigns use AI-generated or AI-assisted content.
Source: ENISA
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Expanding Attack Surface
Every day, 119 new vulnerabilities are disclosed. This represents a 24% increase compared to the previous year.
Source: BSI
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Insufficient Cyber Resilience
Only one in five organizations demonstrates cyber resilience leadership, while 64% do no more than meet the minimum required standards.
Source: World Economic Forum
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Looking for Solutions?

Find the Right Partners at it-sa Expo&Congress!

Stay one step ahead of cybercriminals by attending it-sa Expo & Congress — and ensure your organisation is optimally protected against malware, phishing, and emerging threats.

At the it-sa Expo&Congress, you’ll find not only products and services tailored to your specific needs, but also reliable advice and expert knowledge on topics such as: Zero Trust, IAM, endpoint security, cloud security, OT security, NIS2, DORA, KRITIS, AI security and much more.

it-sa Expo&Congress offers:

  • Europe’s broadest range of exhibitors
  • Networking with the industry’s leading figures
  • Dedicated start-up area showcasing cutting-edge innovation
  • Knowledge boost through open forums
  • Deep-dive expertise at the Congress@it-sa 

Discover the key topics at it-sa!

  • Cybersecurity
    Identify digital threats early and strengthen your infrastructure with practical protection strategies.
  • Awareness
    Establish a sustainable security culture through innovative training approaches and measurable behavioral change.
  • IT regulation
    Understand regulatory requirements and translate them into compliant, audit-proof processes.
  • Digital sovereignty
    Safeguard your technological independence through resilient supply chains and strategic autonomy.
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  • Cyber attacks: Hacking & defense
    Learn to understand attacker methodologies and develop proactive defense strategies for your organization.
  • Artificial intelligence (AI)
    Leverage AI for cyber defense while mitigating emerging AI-driven risks.
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  • Cloud security
    Protect your data in hybrid environments and maintain full control over your cloud resources.
  • Network & application security
    Ensure application integrity and secure critical communication channels.
  • Data center security & IAM
    Strengthen the security of your physical data center and implement robust identity and access management.
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  • OT security
    Address the unique challenges of industrial IT and secure your production processes.
  • Critical infrastructures (KRITIS) - importance and protection
    Gain the specialized knowledge needed to protect critical infrastructures and strengthen national resilience.
  • Quantum computing
    Understand future threats to current encryption and prepare your post-quantum security strategy.
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No ticket yet?

Redeem your voucher* now and meet the it-sa community in person from 27 to 29 October at Europe’s largest trade fair for IT security in Nuremberg!

*With the ticket code itsa26VISIT you will receive admission on all three days of the exhibition. All you need to do is register in the TicketShop.

You can also purchase an exhibition ticket directly through our TicketShop.

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Information on admission as an exhibition visitor

The it-sa Expo&Congress in Nuremberg is exlusively designed for exhibition visitors from the cybersecurity sector. As a visitor, however, you do not have to provide proof of your industry affiliation.

Please note that - as usual at trade exhibitions - no sales of products to end consumers are possible.

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Focussed know-how transfer for your success

With a clear focus on IT security, it-sa stands for knowledge transfer, networking and exchange among experts. The annual highlight of the industry is the personal dialogue on site in Nuremberg. 

Professionals, C-level, politicians and associations use it-sa Expo&Congress to discuss future trends, build valuable connections and jointly address the challenges of cybercrime.

Programme highlights:

✓ Head start on insights with the Digital Preview Day in advance of the it-sa Expo & Congress
✓ Expert forum sessions covering trends and key topics such as cloud security, AI, and ransomware
✓ it-sa insights featuring vendor-neutral information and high-calibre panel discussions
✓ Congress@it-sa for in-depth knowledge transfer on specific cybersecurity domains
✓ it-sa@home, the hybrid Expo Channel, enabling live and digital participation for the global community from anywhere in the world

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All year round at it-sa 365:

  • Participation in digital events and interactive formats
  • Practical insights into current industry topics
  • On-demand sessions & specialist presentations
  • Monthly news on current IT security topics
  • Direct Exchange with experts
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Here you will find our interactive floor plan with detailed information on hall allocations and exhibitors.

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Travel and hotel

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Partners and sponsors of it-sa

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All further partners, sponsors and media partners can be found here.

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