The cybersecurity world is in turmoil after the newly revealed Vincenzo Iozzo Epstein link led to the prominent hacker’s quiet removal from the review boards of major security conferences. Black Hat, one of the largest global cybersecurity events, has silently scrubbed Vincenzo Iozzo’s name from its website, a move that has sent shockwaves through the community.
Black Hat Distances Itself Amid Vincenzo Iozzo Epstein Link
Until last week, Vincenzo Iozzo was a listed member of the review boards for both the Black Hat conference in the U.S. and the Code Blue security conference in Japan. However, his name has now vanished from both organizations’ websites. According to his public profiles, Iozzo had been a significant figure, serving on the Black Hat review board since 2011.
In response to the controversy, Iozzo has denied the allegations through a spokesperson. He reportedly informed Black Hat’s management that he would not resign voluntarily and stated that he would welcome a full and thorough investigation into the matter. Meanwhile, Black Hat has not yet responded to requests for comment. Iozzo is a well-known figure in the industry, having held senior positions at major firms like CrowdStrike and currently serving as the CEO of SlashID.
Over 2,300 Documents Detail Connection
The controversy stems from documents released by the Department of Justice on January 30th. These files, which include emails and investigative reports, mention Iozzo’s name extensively. Specifically, there are more than 2,300 documents that highlight a connection and communication between Iozzo and the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This correspondence appears to have taken place between 2014 and 2018. Notably, some emails show Iozzo attempting to meet with Epstein in late 2018, even after abuse allegations against Epstein had become public knowledge.
Furthermore, a report from an FBI informant included in the documents mentions that Epstein had a “personal hacker.” Italian media outlets have suggested that details in the redacted document point directly to Iozzo. Iozzo, however, has firmly denied these claims, stating his relationship with Epstein was purely professional. He explained that he was introduced to Epstein through trusted contacts while seeking investment as a young entrepreneur. He expressed regret over the past association and accepted responsibility for not being more cautious at the time. In a separate statement, Code Blue officials claimed the timing of Iozzo’s removal was coincidental and part of a routine cleanup of inactive board members.
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