In 2010, Stuxnet, the most powerful malware in the world revealed itself, causing physical damage to Iranian nuclear enrichment centrifuges. To reach Iran’s centrifuges, it exploited a vulnerability in the Windows Print Spooler service to gain code execution as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM. Due to the hype around this critical vulnerability, we (and probably everyone else) were […]
Read moreThreats have changed over the years and so have the targets. It’s not just your perimeter that is at risk, it’s your customers, your supply chain, your employees and your business reputation that could be easily tarnished with just one breach. In this session, we’ll discuss how and why you should consider an integrated approach […]
Read moreMany businesses are at a disadvantage when it comes to combating the bad guys. In cybersecurity today, there are too many threats, complex tools, and false positives– not to mention the lack of experienced security professionals – to defend your whole enterprise properly. Fortunately, technologies such as AI and analytics are here to help. However, […]
Read moreThreat actors have always played the game of emotions. Fear is the emotion they are using right now to lure users to click on an email or manipulate them to install an application. In the last four months, cyber criminals have used fear as their main weapon to compromise users by using pandemic-related themes to […]
Read moreWhile cybersecurity teams work to address operational and functional gaps, cybercriminals develop attacks targeting the top areas of risk for a company. Using the Forescout Device Cloud, the world’s largest repository of connected device data, Forescout Research Labs analyzed the risk posture of more than 8 million devices to uncover detailed information about the greatest […]
Read moreNon-traditional operating systems are driving even more complexity to the security landscape. Whether it’s an IPCamera at a parking lot, a sensor on a conveyer belt or a control system kickstarting a nuclear reactor, these facilities need to be recognized by security. Defining and discovering these assets sets a new perimeter…utilizing their data safely is […]
Read moreOkta has been supporting a remote workforce for years, but like many organizations we were not expecting a rapid shift to 100% remote work. Fortunately, our IT leaders had the secret sauce for a relatively seamless transition: a 100% cloud-based architecture. This session, featuring Okta’s IT leadership, will cover how Okta’s cloud-first IT strategy and […]
Read more2020 has seen a significant shift in how businesses abruptly implemented remote working. With the massive surge of “Work From Anywhere” (WFA) and the information security challenges that came with it, there is a strong push to improve and modernize the security culture of organizations of all sizes, without compromising on collaboration and productivity. Join […]
Read moreXDR is an emerging industry approach that extends EDR’s insight to a broad range of sources (endpoint, servers, network, email, and more). Join Trend Micro Sales Engineer, Peter Cresswell, to learn how the XDR approach takes advantage of detailed activity telemetry (not just alerts) from its sources, enabling more meaningful correlation and enabling rapid detection […]
Read moreSASE converges network, web, data, and cloud app connectivity and security, but implementing a true SASE architecture is a daunting task and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Join Forcepoint Global CTO Nicolas Fischbach for insights on Forcepoint’s approach to delivering the industry’s first true data-centric SASE as well as providing steps for a practical approach […]
Read moreDigital Transformation and the rapid need for supporting remote workers for digital business processes took every industry by storm. This change has presented new risks, unlike what companies have seen before, and has created the greatest loss of visibility for security, auditing, and quality control professionals since the emergence of the Internet. As companies continue […]
Read more“I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make me a nightmare for people like you.” – Bryan Mills (Taken) Wouldn’t it be nice if we all had the skills required to send that message to cybercrime actors? Wouldn’t it be nice […]
Read moreBudgets are tighter than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic and threat actors have only increased their malicious activity. This makes it difficult to start a new threat intelligence program, but it doesn’t have to be this way. In this talk we will teach you how to start a threat intelligence team from scratch using repurposed […]
Read moreCOVID-19 has already profoundly changed the way many of us work in security operations—including the necessary acceptance of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). These devices make a tempting target for cybercriminals, and organizations are scrambling to beef up their perimeters. Learn the various solutions CIOs and CISOs are adopting to help address securing their remote […]
Read moreWhile advances continue to be made in InfoSec practices and tools, attackers still seem to outpace defenders. Why? There is a plethora of industry knowledge about what should go into a mature security program, yet organizations still seem to struggle with how to go about building and evolving theirs in ways that provide real, tangible […]
Read moreCyber attacks and specifically Ransomware continue to evolve and change the way the world does business. Over the last several years, actors performing ransomware attacks have increased their capabilities and sophistication which has resulted in more refined targeting, but also additional revenue generation. Josh will share some the most recent Canadian and Global attacks, as […]
Read moreThe Intelligence discipline has defined processes, analytical techniques, and procedures, but they are not only for Intel teams. The analytical techniques that have been cultivated, refined, and tested within the Intelligence cycle have been used for operational use to make teams more successful since they are adaptable. For example, Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs), are long […]
Read moreWith the sudden shift of the global workforce from in-office to remote, IT teams quickly transformed their operations to accommodate the new realities of business — including large-scale adoption of work-from-home technologies, heightened activity on customer-facing networks, and greater use of online services. While these examples of agility allowed business to continue, they also greatly […]
Read moreWe all know that the operating paradigm in which business is conducted changes on almost a daily basis, yet the way we defend the sensitive data within our business has remained static for nearly 3 decades. Perimeter security is not sufficient, and that’s why we have embraced the concept of Securing the Breach by protecting […]
Read moreToday’s attackers have abandoned the equivalent of sledgehammers for a quiver of custom arrows as they increasingly conduct extensive reconnaissance and choose weapons specifically tailored to exploit the defensive weaknesses they discover. Even worse, they have an ever-growing range of new or increasingly used vectors from which to choose. During this session, you will learn […]
Read moreRansomware has been in the wild since 1983 but saw a steep rise with the advent of WannaCry in 2017 and is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, we are seeing more breaches than ever before using this attack. It is important for everyone to understand how it works and how to avoid […]
Read moreIn this session, we will dive into the shared responsibility model that exists within the world of cloud service providers (CSPs). While the service providers take over much of the responsibility traditionally owned by IT teams, they also introduce new responsibilities that may create blind spots. We’ll look at how the CIS Benchmarks for CSPs […]
Read moreIn times of crisis, good security practices are often the first thing to go. Organizations are being forced to revisit their “temporary” remote working policies and tools. An expanding remote workforce can increase your security risk, especially if your IT and Support employees use non-secure remote access tools as temporary measures. Are temporary remote access […]
Read moreThreats to your organization can be overwhelming. Your Threat Intelligence shouldn’t be. Today, there is a huge and growing need for the simplification of threat intelligence. Security environments are already over-complicated and getting worse. In this session, you’ll learn how up-to-the-minute, relevant data can help you manage the risks associated with IT security threats, within […]
Read moreFor the past six years, I’ve studied behaviors of 15,000 commercial development teams, 24,000 open source projects, and the community of adversaries attacking open source software supply chains. One thing is certain: when it comes to security, speed is king. In 2017, it took three days for adversaries to exploit new vulnerabilities discovered in open […]
Read moreActive Directory has been providing critical services and infrastructure to nearly every company, organization and even government agencies since Y2k. AD has grown with us, both in functionality and security but so have the attackers. Since AD contains information about all of our users – both standard and admins, touches and controls access to most […]
Read moreSome organizations have been embracing the “Zero Trust” security model, and others are still trying to decide what it means and whether it makes sense for them to try it. With the sudden need for more flexibility, scalability, and remote access, many of these enterprises have found themselves in unfamiliar territory without a map. In […]
Read moreSecurity analysts spend two-thirds of their time on triage and investigation. Why then do most security operations teams only automate response? In this presentation, Andy Skrei will share his experience automating the end-to-end security workflow while leading security investigations at one of the world’s largest online retailers and through working with many of the world’s […]
Read moreCybercriminals regularly use major newsworthy events as an opportunity to lure targets into their trap. The COVID-19 pandemic probably constitutes one of the most prolific and advantageous settings for the bad actors to launch their attacks: an anxious population, a digital transformation movement that pushed everyone online, high demand for goods that are no longer […]
Read moreThe COVID pandemic has allowed attackers to exploit users with phishing attacks, ransomware, and other scams. FortiGuard Labs has recorded over 600 unique campaigns related to COVID cyberattacks per day. We will examine some of the top attacks, understand how attackers are creating the attacks, and the platforms they are targeting. Learn how attackers have […]
Read morePenetration Tests and/or Red Team Engagements are usually aimed at getting the highest level of privileges in an organization’s Active Directory domain aka Domain Admin. However, what most teams miss or simply ignore is the fact that there are things that can be done even when you have obtained Domain Admin privilege. This talk’s primary […]
Read moreAttackers keep getting cleverer with their phishing attacks and if you’re a high value target or a large enterprise you’re probably also getting many targeted attempts every day. This session will cover the best practices for O365 for detecting, removing and investigating phishing attempts against an O365 tenant.
Read moreThe Zero Trust security model assumes a hostile network with relentless external and internal threats. Authenticating and authorizing every device, user and network flow requires real-time algorithmic processing of telemetry from as many sources of data as possible. Applying mature machine learning data science to the Zero Trust problem provides a wholistic solution to multiple […]
Read moreLife is rough for a security leader! The security product landscape is increasingly complicated but seems to always lag behind malicious actor capabilities. Organizations need proven security programs that demonstrate visible ROI, but once-vaunted security concepts have been sacrificed upon the altars of speed and mobility. Organizational leadership-level involvement has never been greater, offering access […]
Read moreBehavioral analytics helps IT professionals predict and understand consumer trends, but it can also assist CISOs in understanding potential threats—and unearthing them before they wreak major havoc. Additionally, automation helps to respond rapidly, thus reducing your mean time to resolve (MTTR) and improve SOC efficiency. Join this session to discuss: Using behavior analytics as a […]
Read moreThe evolution to a mobile and cloud-first approach to IT has made the old perimeter-centric view of security obsolete. We are opening our systems, information, and businesses to access from anywhere at any time. In this new reality we need to securely enable, manage, and govern access for all users, from employees to partners, customers, […]
Read moreIt was the best of times, it was the worst of times… that pretty much sums up infosec today. We can’t figure out how to align to our businesses effectively, we love our silos, and constantly hire the wrong people. This presentation will address common issues in information security and people leadership areas, giving you […]
Read moreThis exclusive session delves into the details of some of CrowdStrike’s most eye opening breach investigations of the past year and highlights the need for speed in modern security operations centers. See new research on “breakout time” and learn how you can use the 1-10-60 Rule to benchmark your organization and see if you have […]
Read moreAlgorithms are being used to choose who lives and who dies. Computers are being programmed to make ethical decisions that impact every facet of our lives. Based on the ethics of cyber-criminals, Check Point has made another gigantic leap forward by teaching our gateways to use algorithms to detect the DNA of Malware in an […]
Read moreIn this session, we will explore how organizations can adopt a single data governance framework to discover and protect sensitive data while mitigating cyber risks, reducing storage costs and addressing increasing privacy regulations.
Read moreWith the increased focus on cybersecurity over the past several years, organizations are proactively adopting security practices and deploying security solutions to harden their networks. This is in the hopes of not being the next victim of a security breach. The emphasis on securing the network perimeter has driven organizations to deploy multiple inline security […]
Read moreAs enterprises face pressure amid growing internal and external compliance requirements, these organizations are looking for ways to expand visibility throughout their environments. Mark Holub offers insights on how companies can gain visibility throughout their environments to improve asset management, software inventory, vulnerability assessment, configuration compliance and more. Using real-world examples and forward-looking principles, Mark […]
Read moreThe cybersecurity market is teeming with new tools and technologies, each promising to detect and respond to threats better than the rest. But if your business is like most, you’re probably struggling with a shortage of security-focused manpower and expertise to manage those tools with skill, speed, and precision. The reality is that effective security […]
Read moreAs human beings we often sense when things aren’t quite right. The same is true as it applies to cybersecurity. This session examines why human intuition is a key part of any organization’s phishing defense. Learn about the types of phishing attacks seen in the wild, how attackers evolve their tactics to avoid perimeter controls, […]
Read moreNever before has the creation and preservation of value depended so much on effective cyber security, nor has the means to “getting security right” been so complex. Many aspects of traditional security management are urgently being reconsidered as security teams seek to stay aligned with the characteristics of the modern enterprise and ahead of the […]
Read moreThis presentation is a non-technical look at the benefits of threat intelligence and the challenges that organizations face when attempting to utilize and operationalize threat intelligence within their infrastructure. Existing resources (human and infrastructure), security tools, the difference between threat data sources and cybersecurity program maturity are just a few of the areas we will […]
Read moreJoin Scalar, a CDW Company for a discussion on the key elements to prioritizing your security vulnerabilities and risks. Taking a holistic approach to risk management, we will help you understand how to follow best practices and manage your risk effectively and efficiently. Darren and Benjamin will go through some of the key elements that […]
Read moreWhen you sign a piece of code, you make a statement that it comes from your trusted brand and that you stand behind it. But what happens when that trust is broken? Recent attacks underscore the importance of managing reputational risk. As attackers become increasingly skilled in the art of signing and spreading malware, technologists […]
Read moreRisk is a balance between security and usability, when security is too restrictive users naturally find ways around it. As organizations seek to improve the user experience and while maintaining the required level of security, questions of risk arise. How do we deploy Cloud solutions with direct to Internet connectivity and still maintain visibility over […]
Read moreAmidst the ever-evolving threat landscape, 2018 was a particularly nasty year that saw an increased threat of cryptojacking to the ever-expanding reach of emotet and all of its variants. In 2019 these threats – and others – have expanded their reach and shifted away from SMBs towards enterprise businesses. Join me for a dive into […]
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