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Call For Papers (LEA)

c0c0n 2026 Conference

  • Date 09-10 October, 2026
  • Venue Grand Hyatt, Kochi, India

Special Track: Law Enforcement & Cyber Crime Investigation

c0c0n 2026 – Hacking & Cyber Security Conference

The Organizing Committee of c0c0n 2026, in association with Kerala Police and Cyberdome, invites research papers, case studies, technical presentations, and field-experience reports from Law Enforcement Officers, Cyber Cells, Investigation Units, Digital Forensic Experts, and Government Agencies.

c0c0n is one of India’s premier international conferences on hacking and cyber security, bringing together global security experts, investigators, researchers, and policymakers.

This special Law Enforcement Track aims to showcase real-world investigative experiences, emerging methodologies, and operational challenges in cyber crime investigations.

Themes & Topics

Submissions are invited in the following areas

1️⃣ Cryptocurrencies & Financial Crimes

  • Cryptocurrency tracing techniques
  • Blockchain analytics in investigations
  • Dark web marketplaces & crypto laundering
  • Seizure, freezing & legal procedures
  • Real-world crypto fraud case studies

2️⃣ Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)

  • OSINT in cyber crime investigations
  • Social media intelligence & profiling
  • Dark web intelligence collection
  • Geolocation and digital footprint tracking
  • Automation in OSINT for law enforcement

3️⃣ Cyber Forensics

  • Mobile forensics
  • Cloud forensics
  • Memory & malware forensics
  • IoT & embedded device forensics
  • Challenges in handling encrypted devices
  • Court admissibility & forensic documentation

4️⃣ Cyber Crime Case Studies

  • Complex investigation case studies
  • Cross-border cyber crime coordination
  • Ransomware investigations
  • Child exploitation & online trafficking cases
  • Organized cyber fraud networks

(Sensitive operational details may be anonymized as required.)

5️⃣ Newly Developed Investigation Strategies & Methods

  • Innovative investigation frameworks
  • AI-assisted cyber investigations
  • Data analytics for pattern detection
  • Crime prediction models
  • Multi-agency coordination models

6️⃣ In-House & Commercial Cyber Investigation Tools

  • Custom-built investigation tools
  • Automation scripts and dashboards
  • Case management systems
  • Digital evidence analysis platforms
  • Comparative analysis of commercial tools

👮 Who Can Submit?

Law Enforcement Officers Cyber Cell Investigators Digital Forensic Experts Intelligence Officers Govt. Cyber Units Prosecutors

📄 Submission Guidelines

  • Abstract: 300–500 words
  • Full Paper (optional for technical track): 4–8 pages
  • Case studies may be submitted as presentation proposals
  • Sensitive operational details should be anonymized
  • Submissions must be original and not previously published

🗓 Important Dates

Abstract Deadline

To Be Announced

Acceptance Notification

To Be Announced

Conference Dates

Oct 09-10, 2026

Benefits of Participation

  • National-level recognition for contributions
  • Platform to share best practices with peers
  • Networking with global cyber security experts
  • Strengthening cyber policing frameworks

Speaker Privileges

  • Complimentary accommodation (up to 3 nights) for speakers.
  • Invitation to Day 4 Networking Dinner / Party.
  • Complimentary Conference Pass (Corporate Category).
  • Travel reimbursement guidelines apply as per category.

📧 How to Apply

Submission Contact

lea@c0c0n.org

Email subject: CFP LEA Submission c0c0n 2026 - *Paper Name*

Email Body Requirements

Personal Information:
  • Speaker Name:
  • Job Role / Handle:
  • Company / Organization:
  • City:
  • Country:
  • Email ID:
  • Contact Number:
  • Speaker Profile: (max 1000 words)

If there is an additional speaker, please mention it here following the above format.

Personal Details:

To be shared as an attachment containing the following information in pdf / doc / docx / odt / txt format:

  • Name/Title of the presentation:
  • Paper Abstract: (max 3000 words)
  • Presentation Time Required (20, 30, 45 Minutes)
  • Is there any demonstration? Yes or No
  • Are you releasing any new tools? Yes or No
  • Are you releasing any new exploits? Yes or No
  • Have you presented the paper before at any other security / technology conference(s)? Yes or No
Other Needs & Requirements:
  • Do you need any special equipment?
  • Do you need internet during the talk / presentation?
  • If you have any other requirement, please mention it here and the reason.

Note

  • The presentation details document should not include any personal or organizational information that could be used to identify the individual submitting the paper
  • Submissions that do not follow the guidelines will be automatically rejected without prior notice.
  • We do not promote vendor/product-oriented submissions hence it will be rejected.
  • If you do not get a confirmation email from the Call for Paper (CFP) LEA Track team, consider it as the submission did not find a place in the c0c0n slots.

Contact Support

We are pleased to announce that preparations for c0c0n 2026 are currently in progress. Should you have any queries, require clarifications, or seek further information regarding the program, Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) and State Police are kindly requested to contact us through the following channels:

  • Office Telephone: (+91) 471 231 5965
  • Mobile: (+91) 94979 96923
  • Email: lea@c0c0n.org