Chris Valasek and Charlie Miller are two of the world’s most respected and well-known cybersecurity experts. They are best known for their groundbreaking and unsettling research into hacking automobiles, a feat that led to the first-ever recall of 1.4 million cars by a major manufacturer. Their work has been instrumental in exposing vulnerabilities in modern technology and has forced companies and governments to rethink their approach to digital security.

As a team, Miller and Valasek have a proven track record of finding and exploiting vulnerabilities in a wide range of devices, from phones and computers to modern vehicles. Their work has been widely featured in major publications and their presentations at conferences like Black Hat have become legendary in the cybersecurity community. Their research on hacking a Jeep Cherokee from a remote location while a Wired journalist was driving it was a major turning point in the conversation around car safety and cybersecurity.

Since their groundbreaking research, both have held key roles at major technology companies. Miller has worked at Apple, Uber, and Cruise Automation, where he has applied his expertise in securing autonomous vehicles. Valasek has worked at Uber and is now a Director of Security Research at Cruise, where he continues to lead the way in automotive security. They have testified before Congress and have advised major corporations and government agencies.

As a speaker duo, Chris Valasek and Charlie Miller deliver a thrilling and educational presentation on the principles of cybersecurity and risk management. They use their real-world stories of hacking cars and other devices to provide a clear and compelling framework for understanding the importance of proactive security. Their talks are invaluable for leaders, IT professionals, and anyone who wants to understand the future of security in an increasingly connected world.