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OWASP Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, CA, US

3,443 members · Public group

What we’re about

The OWASP LA (Los Angeles) chapter (https://owasp.org/www-chapter-los-angeles/) was formed in 2008. We hold meetings on the 4th Wednesday of every month, featuring great speakers on important appsec topics. Join us for food, drinks, to network and understand what application security is really about.

The Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization focused on improving the security of all software. Our mission is to improve software security through Open Source initiatives, community education, and networking. Everyone is free to participate in OWASP and all of our materials are available under a free and open software license.

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Upcoming events

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Mon, Nov 3 · 5:00 AM PST
OWASP 2025 Global AppSec USA (Washington, DC)
Marriott Marquis, 901 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington , DC, US
Two powerhouse voices in security will keynote for OWASP Global AppSec USA 2025, in Washington DC!

📍 Daniel Miessler — AI & Security Researcher, entrepreneur, and Founder/CEO of Unsupervised Learning. With thousands of essays and articles, Daniel is a leading thinker at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
📍 Adam Shostack — World-renowned threat modeling expert and consultant at Shostack & Associates. Adam’s work empowers organizations to build software that’s secure by design.

📈 Level Up Your AppSec Skills with Our 3-Day Trainings Nov 3-5:
📍 Adam Shostack: Threat Modeling Intensive with AI
📍 Jim Manico: AppSec and AI Security for Developers
📍 Abhay Bhargav: Attacking and Defending AWS, Azure & GCP Applications
📍 Dawid Czagan: Full-Stack Pentesting Laboratory: 100% Hands-On + Lifetime LAB Access

Check the full agenda and training details at https://owaspglobalappsecusa2025.sched.com/list/simple

Join us in Washington, D.C., November 3–7
👉 NOTE this is a paid conference - you must register on https://owasp.glueup.com/event/131624/register/

#AppSec #Cybersecurity #ThreatModeling #AISecurity #DevSecOps #GlobalAppSec #Infosec #AppSecUSA #OWASP #DevSecOps
5 attendees
Sat, Nov 8 · 9:00 AM PST
Data Con LA 2025
Cal State University Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA, US
OWASP LA has organized an exceptional offer for our meetup membership to participate in *** 13th Annual Data Con LA ***on November 8th, in the campus of CSU Long Beach, CA. Join us for deep insight in new tools and technology, training. Whether you’re an industry veteran, a data science newbie, or somewhere in between, Data Con LA offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into the world of data.

/** check back for more updates on discount codes and full agenda **/

This year, we’re bringing you four dynamic tracks designed to cover the full spectrum of the data universe:
- AI/ML & Data Science
  Explore the latest in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science methodologies.
- Data Engineering
  Dive into data pipelines, infrastructure, and engineering best practices.
- Business Analytics & Reporting
  Learn about analytics, visualization, and business intelligence solutions.
- Data Career Development
  New this year! Navigate your data career with expert guidance and networking opportunities.
| Submit your talk by September 15th, 2025 11:59 PM PDT! |
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| SUBMIT Your talk |
| Submissions are open now! Share your voice, connect with like-minded professionals, and help make DCLA 2025 unforgettable. Have questions? Reach out to us at info@dataconla.com. |

And finally don't forget to visit us at the OWASP Los Angeles booth!
16 attendees
Tue, Nov 18 · 5:30 PM PST
OWASP LA Monthly In-Person Meeting - Nov 18, 2025
Accenture, 1003 E 4th Pl 8th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, CA, US
TOPIC: Offensive Security without AI, now with AI
Join us for great networking, dinner and drinks, and see a presentation by Toshiro Nagata, Offensive Security Lead at Open-Sec

ABSTRACT: The rise of AI has reached all areas, including cybersecurity, and offensive security cannot be excluded from this. During this talk, we'll drive you through cases from real security tests and the analysis about how to exploit vulnerabilities without AI and with AI.

We'll also cover less-discussed aspects of attacks to AI implementations, which could be more effective than any "offensive prompt engineering."
Finally, we'll dissect MCP and try to explain an implementation using AI resources.
This is a technically thoughtful talk about AI in the offensive security field."

Thanks to our SPONSOR: Open-Sec
Simplify, Secure, Accelerate
Open-Sec provides dynamic offensive security services designed to help you proactively assess risks and build a resilient security posture.

SPONSORSHIP Opportunities Available
Vendors interested in sponsoring please send an email to sponsorship.la@owasp.org

CODE OF CONDUCT
We hope you enjoy the event, we care deeply about inclusivity and diversity so that OWASP is a comfortable and welcoming community for everyone. Please reach out to one of our chapter leaders if you have any feedback/concerns or would like to speak to us, we take these matters very seriously. You can find out more about our policies here:
https://owasp.org/www-policy/operational/conferences-events.html#conference-and-event-anti-harassment-policy
22 attendees
Thu, Nov 20 · 7:30 AM PST
The 2025 Los Angeles Cybersecurity Summit
Fairmont Plaza Century City, 2025 Avenue of the Stars,, Los Angeles , CA, US
OWASP LA has organized *ANOTHER* exceptional offer for our meetup membership to participate in the 10th Annual Los Angeles Cybersecurity Summit on November 20th, in Los Angeles, CA. Join us for deep insight in new tools and technology, training, and take advantage of this great opportunity to network with industry professionals.
https://cybersecuritysummit.com/summit/losangeles25

Register now using code CSS25-OWASP for your complimentary pass! Space is limited so act now to secure your place.
Check the full schedule at 2025 California Technology Summit Agenda

The 10th Annual Los Angeles Cybersecurity Summit connects cybersecurity executives and seasoned practitioners responsible for protecting their companies’ critical infrastructures with innovative solution providers and renowned information security experts. Admission offers attendees access to all interactive panels, discussions, catered breakfast, lunch and cocktail reception.

### Top 8 Reasons to Attend the Cybersecurity Summit

1. Learn
2. Evaluate Demonstrations
3. Time, Travel and Money Savings
4. Engage, Network, Socialize & Share
5. CEUs / CPE Credits
6. Investment
7. Atmosphere
8. Reality Check

And finally don't forget to visit us at the OWASP Los Angeles booth!
15 attendees