Programme

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, most if not all organisations face increasing cyber threats that put their (sensitive) information and (critical) systems at risk. Therefore, organisations must take the necessary steps towards understanding and managing their cyber risk. This can only be achieved by implementing an effective risk management framework. By building a risk framework and governance around it, organisations can ensure resilience and security as they will get a clearer view of their organisation’s risks, as it will involve all layers of their organisations, and it will allow senior management to have a clear overview of the organization’s exposure. Join us as we explore the importance of balancing regulation and cyber risk management in the era of cyber threats.

In this session, Krzysztof Socha, Head of Sector – FORCE (Forensic Operations and Response to Cyber Events) of CERT-EU, will provide an overview of the significant impact AI has on cybersecurity, exploring its dual role as both a protector and a threat. The discussion will cover the advancement of AI-driven security measures, which are becoming increasingly effective at anticipating and mitigating cyber threats, thereby enhancing the protection of essential data and infrastructure.

At the same time, the session will address the challenges posed by adversaries who utilize AI for sophisticated cyberattacks, adding new complexities to the security landscape. Participants will gain insights into how AI is reshaping the field, presenting both opportunities for enhanced defense and emerging risks.

Zero Trust is no longer just a buzzword—it’s an essential security framework in today’s cyber threat landscape. However, many organizations struggle with its implementation. This session will provide a step-by-step guide to deploying a Zero Trust architecture, addressing key challenges such as identity verification, micro-segmentation, and continuous monitoring. Attendees will gain insights from real-world case studies and practical advice on integrating Zero Trust into existing IT environments.

Key Takeaways:

• How to move from traditional perimeter security to a Zero Trust model.
• Overcoming implementation challenges in complex IT environments.
• Best practices for ensuring continuous verification and least privilege access.

AI is rapidly transforming both cyber defense and offense. While security teams use AI for threat detection, attackers leverage it for automated exploits and deepfake phishing. This session will examine how AI-driven security tools can provide proactive threat intelligence, anomaly detection, and automated response mechanisms. We will also address the ethical considerations of AI in cybersecurity and its future impact.

Key Takeaways:

• How AI enhances threat detection and real-time incident response.
• The double-edged sword: How adversaries exploit AI for cyberattacks.
• The future of AI-driven cybersecurity—what to expect in 2025 and beyond.

Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) has revolutionized cybercrime, making advanced attack techniques accessible to even low-skilled threat actors. This session will explore how RaaS operates, the business model behind it, and real-world case studies of recent attacks. We will discuss why traditional security measures often fall short and provide actionable insights for CISOs and security managers on strengthening their organisation’s defenses.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the RaaS ecosystem and how it lowers the barrier for cybercriminals.
• Lessons learned from major RaaS-driven attacks in the past year.
• Defensive strategies, including Zero Trust and AI-driven detection.