Archives: Seminar

[1 CPE] Beyond the Backup: A Look into Resiliency Program Development

  Presented by Jason Tupeck, BCDR Consultant • CompuNet

The presentation “Beyond the Backup: A Look into Resiliency Program Development” delves into the intricacies of building a robust resiliency program beyond traditional backup strategies. It explores the spectrum of disruptive events, from large-scale disasters to smaller, potentially more frequent disruptions, and emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive framework for efficient response and recovery. The talk will cover key areas surrounding the “Four Ps”, offering insights into developing a mature resiliency program, emphasizing the importance of prioritization, planning, preparation, and practice as critical steps to enhancing an organization’s ability to navigate through and recover from various disruptions.

[1 CPE] AI: Friend or Foe? An Open Discussion With Your Colleagues

  Presented by INTERFACE Advisory Council

Artificial Intelligence has made a mark already and its use will only continue to expand. Are we fully prepared to embrace AI in our workplaces? Viewpoints differ on how widely AI should be used at this point. Commonly used applications and software now include AI capabilities as a part of their standard offerings. How is this governed in your company? Do you even have an AI policy drafted?

Join the INTERFACE Advisory Council for an open discussion on all things AI. We will cover the risks associated with using AI –– and the risk of NOT using it. What knowledge do you need right now? Bring your questions as we explore the starting points that every IT department needs to consider for an effective AI policy.

Panelists:

  • Mark Merchant, Chief Information Security Officer, Municipality of Anchorage
  • Janelle Mullen, Chief of Operations for IT Customer Services, AK Department of Health
  • Benjamin Shier, Chief Information Technology Officer, University of Alaska Anchorage
  • Bill Smith, Chief Information Officer, State of Alaska

[1 CPE] Securing the Future: Cyber Insurance and Cybersecurity Strategies for 2024

  Presented by Andrew Livingston, Cyber Security Specialist • Sentinel Technologies

In the dynamic and interconnected digital era of 2024, the landscape of cyber threats continuously evolves, posing unprecedented challenges to businesses worldwide. “Securing the Future: Cyber Insurance and Cybersecurity Strategies for 2024” delves into the intricacies of cyber insurance as a pivotal component of modern business risk management. This presentation offers a thorough exploration of the latest trends in cyber threats that businesses face, such as sophisticated AI-driven attacks, the proliferation of ransomware, and the vulnerabilities introduced by emerging technologies. It highlights the critical challenges that could lead to the denial of cyber insurance claims and potential loss of coverage, emphasizing the importance of compliance, accurate representation of cybersecurity measures, and prompt incident reporting.

Furthermore, the presentation shifts focus towards proactive strategies for enhancing an organization’s cybersecurity posture. It outlines actionable tips for businesses to not only fortify their defenses against cyber threats but also to positively influence their cyber insurance rates. Through a blend of expert insights and practical guidance, the audience will learn about the significance of regular risk assessments, the adoption of multi-factor authentication, encryption, endpoint security, and the development of robust incident response plans. We’ll discuss:

  • Insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape in 2024.
  • Common pitfalls leading to cyber insurance claim denials.
  • Strategies for enhancing cybersecurity measures to favorably impact insurance rates.
  • The future outlook of cyber insurance and the role of emerging technologies.

By the conclusion of this presentation, attendees will be equipped with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of cyber insurance and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies. This will not only prepare them to mitigate the risks of cyber threats but also optimize their insurance coverage in the face of an ever-changing digital threat landscape.

[1 CPE] Go Hack Yourself: More War Stories from ~50k Pentests

  Presented by Jake Mickley, Sr Sales Engineer • Horizon3.ai

Join Jake Mickley, Senior Sales Engineer at Horizon3.ai, for an eye-opening session where he’ll discuss real-world examples of what NodeZero discovered in networks just like yours. You’ll hear about how fast and easy it is to compromise some of the largest networks in the world – with full domain takeover – often in minutes, and sometimes, without even exploiting a CVE. Discover how autonomous pentesting helps find unknown weaknesses in your infrastructure that could quickly result in ransomware exposure.

During this session, you’ll learn how attackers:

  • Use OSINT and password spraying to takeover systems without ever targeting CVEs.
  • Land and expand with legitimate credentials, then poison assets to take over domains.
  • Find cloud credentials and use them to compromise cloud services.

[1 CPE] Security Trends and Predictions

  Presented by Peter Ingebrigtsen, Sr Technical Marketing Manager • Arctic Wolf

In a dynamic cybersecurity landscape and fast-paced market, organizations grapple with ever-changing threats. Uncertainty abounds as they seek to benchmark themselves against their peers and prioritize initiatives. Join Arctic Wolf Senior Technical Marketing Manager, Peter Ingebrigtsen, as he explores key areas organizations are focusing on, top threat concerns, and responses by established organizations to emerging threats. Leveraging Arctic Wolf research, Peter further presents five critical security predictions for the next 12 months.

[1 CPE] Adversaries for Hire!

  Presented by Steven Massey, Regional Sales Manager • Secureworks & Dell

By exploring modern threat tactics, tooling, and anonymized cases from Healthcare, Critical Infrastructure, and Finance sectors, this talk aims to equip participants with insights into how adversaries operate, enhancing their ability to secure their organizations against breaches and cyber-attacks.

By incorporating various skillsets from active operations, Secureworks has amassed a wealth of offensive knowledge and tradecraft that allows our operators to perform complex offensive security engagements and provide remediation advice and controls to businesses of all types and technologies.

[1 CPE] One Click Away: Lateral Movement Stemming from Office 365 Compromises

  Presented by Stellar Technologies

In the rapidly evolving digital age, the security of cloud-based platforms like Office 365 is paramount for businesses worldwide. “One Click Away: Lateral Breaches Stemming from Office 365 Compromises” delves into the hacker’s mindset, unveiling how the hack occurs (LIVE DEMONSTRATION) and how a seemingly minor compromise can trigger a cascade of security breaches with profound implications for businesses. This presentation will explore the multifaceted threat landscape of Office 365, Active Directory, SAML, and SSLVPN, illuminating the pathways through which a simple breach can spread across an organization’s digital ecosystem. Attendees will gain insight into the initial indicators of compromise, empowering them with the knowledge to detect early signs of infiltration. By emphasizing preventative measures and best practices, the session aims to equip participants with robust strategies to safeguard businesses from everyday threats. Furthermore, it will outline effective incident response and mitigation strategies, providing a blueprint for responding to breaches with precision and agility. The presentation will also underscore the far-reaching consequences of breaches, from operational disruptions to severe financial and reputational damage, highlighting the critical need for a proactive and informed approach to cybersecurity in the era of cloud computing.

[1 CPE] The Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity

  Presented by Robbie Elliott, Head of Engineering, West & Eric Darancette, Security Engineer • Check Point

As artificial intelligence (AI) permeates our lives, it’s crucial to address the cybersecurity challenges it presents. In this dynamic landscape, AI will be utilized by both attackers and defenders. We will explore the opportunities of leveraging AI to enhance your business and defenses while acknowledging the potential risks. AI-powered attacks, opaque AI systems, and a lack of standardized security practices demand proactive measures, rigorous protocols, and transparent designs to ensure a secure AI ecosystem.